An overlooked cause of plantar fasciitis: Myofascial trigger point of the abductor hallucis muscle

Abstract

The etiology of plantar heel pain is multifactorial. Myofascial trigger points of abductor hallucis muscle one of the muscles that should be carefully evaluated and treated in patients diagnosed with plantar fasciitis.

Keywords: Dry needling; Myofascial pain syndrome; Myofascial trigger points; Plantar fasciitis.