A 44-year-old runner has heel pain that is worst with the first steps in the morning and improves after walking. Examination shows focal tenderness

Question

A 44-year-old runner has heel pain that is worst with the first steps in the morning and improves after walking. Examination shows focal tenderness at the medial calcaneal tubercle. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis

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Achilles tendon rupture

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Tarsal tunnel syndrome

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Gouty arthritis

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Calcaneal osteomyelitis

Plantar fasciitis — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

A 44-year-old runner has heel pain that is worst with the first steps in the morning and improves after walking. Examination shows focal tenderness at the medial calcaneal tubercle. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?