Plantar fasciitis is irritation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of your foot. The classic sign is sharp heel pain with your first steps in the morning or after sitting. It's common in runners, people who stand all day and anyone who suddenly increases activity.
What contributes to plantar fasciitis
- Tight calves and a stiff ankle
- Stiff joints in the foot, especially the heel and midfoot
- Increasing running or walking too quickly
- Long hours standing on hard floors
- Worn-out or unsupportive shoes
How Dr. Joe helps
- Adjustments to the ankle, heel and midfoot joints
- Soft tissue work and Vibracussor for the calf and arch
- Low-force instrument adjusting for tender areas
- Knee and hip adjustments if your stride has changed
Plantar fasciitis can take time to settle, and Dr. Joe will be honest about what to expect.
When to see a medical doctor first
See a doctor for heel pain after a fall or jump, pain that's worse at night or at rest, swelling and warmth, numbness or tingling in the foot, or any new foot problem if you have diabetes.
Frequently asked questions
Why does it hurt most in the morning?
The tissue tightens overnight, and your first steps stretch it suddenly. That's why morning pain is such a common sign.
Can I keep running?
Often, with changes to mileage and pace. See running injuries.
Is all heel pain plantar fasciitis?
No. Dr. Joe checks for other causes of heel and arch pain too. See foot and ankle pain.
Related conditions
Book your first visit
Your first visit is 40 minutes with Dr. Joe and costs $125, including your exam and first adjustment. Follow-up adjustments are $75. Same-day appointments are often available once your new-patient forms are done, and we're open Sundays.
Book online or call (615) 808-9868. See what to expect and pricing.
