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Table 3 Components of an educational intervention

From: Lived experience and attitudes of people with plantar heel pain: a qualitative exploration

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The content

 Provide a definition of plantar heel pain, including classic features that differentiate it from other conditions

 Include information about what is effective and what is ineffective

 Provide treatment options at different stages of the condition

 Define the role of various health professionals that can provide advice

 Provide access to information that allows greater knowledge exploration

 Include stories of people who have lived with PHP

 Include videos that demonstrate exercises (e.g. stretching)

The features

 Use simple, clear, and easy to understand terminology

 Concise and easy to read

 Include good use of illustrations

ONLINE elements

 Perform a walkthrough of the website

 Include good use of written, audio and visual illustrations

 Ensure there is a clear statement of quality assurance

 Regular updates

 Provide handouts that can be downloaded for easy reference to key issues