Diagnostic Imaging for Plantar Fasciitis

Imaging Modalities

• MRI is considered the most sensitive imaging study for plantar fasciitis diagnosis, according to the American College of Radiology 1
• Ultrasound has good sensitivity (80%) and specificity (88%) compared to MRI, as reported by the American College of Radiology 1
• Ultrasound elastography shows even higher sensitivity (95%) and specificity (100%), as noted by the American College of Radiology 1