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Plantar Fasciitis (P)
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1. What is plantar fasciitis?
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Inflammation of the fascia on the sole of the foot
Fracture of the heel bone
Inflammation of the Achilles tendon
Swelling of the ankle joint
2. What is a common biomechanical cause of plantar fasciitis?
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Flat femoral condyles
Overpronation
Neutral gait
Supination
3. Which activity should be limited during plantar fasciitis flare-ups?
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Typing
Swimming
Running
Bathing
4. What physical sign supports a diagnosis of plantar fasciitis?
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Tenderness at the medial calcaneal tuberosity
Redness between the toes
Bruising over the midfoot
Swelling of the lateral malleolus
5. Which imaging test is most commonly used if diagnosis is unclear?
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MRI
Ultrasound
CT scan
X-ray
6. What is a risk of corticosteroid injections for plantar fasciitis?
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Allergic rhinitis
Anaphylaxis
Fascia rupture
Increased bone density
7. Which patient group is at higher risk for plantar fasciitis?
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Middle-aged runners
Young swimmers
Elderly non-ambulatory adults
Children under 5
8. Which non-pharmacological treatment has the best evidence for benefit in plantar fasciitis?
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Cold therapy alone
Acupuncture
Stretching exercises
Electrolysis
9. Which of the following is not a conservative treatment for plantar fasciitis?
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Orthotics
Casting
Stretching
NSAIDs
10. What feature distinguishes plantar fasciitis from other causes of heel pain?
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Pain that worsens with activity
Swelling
Bruising
Pain that improves after walking
11. What is the function of custom orthotics in plantar fasciitis management?
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Increase foot size
Treat infections
Stimulate nerve endings
Provide arch support and redistribute pressure
12. What role do night splints play in plantar fasciitis?
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Prevent cold exposure
Improve blood glucose
Reduce sweating
Maintain passive stretch during sleep
13. Which symptom is most typical of plantar fasciitis?
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Heel pain worse in the morning
Numbness of the toes
Swelling of the entire foot
Pain in the arch during rest
14. What is the plantar fascia?
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A ligament in the ankle
A nerve in the sole
A band of tissue supporting the arch of the foot
A bone in the heel
15. Which of the following is a differential diagnosis for plantar fasciitis?
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Achilles rupture
Meniscal tear
Sinusitis
Calcaneal stress fracture
16. Which factor increases the risk of plantar fasciitis?
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Prolonged standing
High calcium intake
Cold exposure
Wearing tight gloves
17. What is the typical duration for symptom resolution in plantar fasciitis with conservative treatment?
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3 days
6–12 months
1 week
5 years
18. What is the first-line treatment for plantar fasciitis?
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Corticosteroid injection
Rest and stretching exercises
Surgery
Oral antibiotics
19. What type of footwear is recommended for plantar fasciitis?
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Rigid dress shoes
High heels
Supportive shoes with cushioned soles
Barefoot sandals
20. What is the role of weight management in plantar fasciitis?
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Improves nail growth
Increases calcium absorption
Reduces appetite
Reduces mechanical stress on the fascia