Plantar periosteal tissue

What does "Plantar periosteal tissue" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Plantar periosteal tissue refers to a specific type of tissue found in the foot. The term "plantar" means it's related to the sole or bottom part of the foot. "Periosteal" refers to the thin layer of tissue that covers bones. So, plantar periosteal tissue is the layer of tissue that covers the bones in the bottom part of the foot.

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