Print This Page     Close Window Consult Request Guidelines for Plantar Fasciitis     Plantar Fasciitis Suggested Pre-Referral Evaluation and Management Guidelines 1) Achilles tendon stretching (daily) 2) Silicone heel pad (orthosis) 3) Night splint 4) NSAIDS Suggested Additional Test/Management Prior to Specialty Visit None Patient Education/Information (includes preps) 1) Injections are not recommended nor performed secondary to risk of plantar fascia rupture 2) Surgery is not recommended 3) Symptoms typically resolve over 4-5 months with treatment Appointment Timeframe Next available How to Get Results to Consultant UMHS Patients: See CareWeb External Patients: Patients must obtain and hand carry hardcopy radiographic studies (MRI/CT/X-rays) Clinic Contact Information Physicians: 800-962-3555 Patients: For Burlington Clinic 734-936-7175 For UM Orthotics and Prosthetics Center 734-973-2400 Clinic Location Sites Burlington Building UM Orthotics and Prosthetics Center UM Consulting Physician General Adult Rehab Faculty Revised on: 10/07/2009