Efeitos da recuperação fisioterapêutica em idosos com fascite plantar e esporão de calcâneo

Population aging is associated with an increased occurrence of musculoskeletal conditions that may impair mobility and functional capacity in older adults. Among these conditions, plantar fasciitis and calcaneal spur stand out because they may cause pain, movement limitations, and difficulties in performing daily activities. In this context, the present study aimed to analyze the importance of physiotherapeutic treatments in reducing pain, improving function, and preventing recurrence in older adults with plantar fasciitis and calcaneal spur. This was a descriptive integrative literature review conducted in the PubMed, SciELO, LILACS, and PEDro databases. Articles published between 2021 and 2026, in Portuguese and English, available in full text, and related to physiotherapeutic interventions for the treatment of plantar fasciitis and plantar heel pain were considered. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 10 studies were selected for analysis. The results demonstrated benefits from different interventions, particularly in reducing pain and improving function, mobility, flexibility, muscle strength, and functional capacity. The main interventions identified included stretching and strengthening exercises, manual therapy, taping, insoles, appropriate footwear, shock wave therapy, and ultrasound. It was concluded that physiotherapy represents an important strategy in the conservative treatment of plantar fasciitis and conditions related to heel pain, and interventions should be selected according to each patient's individual needs.