Can Chiropractic Care Help Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis can make the most simplest of tasks, like walking, painful. Even standing may bring about immense discomforts. While rest can help, chiropractic care can further offer a path toward recovery and future prevention. 

So, in this article, we take a closer look at plantar fasciitis and how your local Bessemer chiropractor can help!

What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. This condition causes pain in the heel and bottom of the foot, often most severe with the first steps of the day or after periods of rest.

Common causes include:

• Overuse or sudden increase in physical activity
• Obesity
• Age (most common between 40-60 years)
• Occupations that require long periods of standing
• Certain foot structures (high arches or flat feet)

How Can Chiropractic Care Help Plantar Fasciitis?

A chiropractor will begin with a thorough evaluation of your condition, including:

• Examining your foot structure and gait
• Assessing your overall posture and spinal alignment
• Reviewing your medical history and lifestyle factors

From here, your chiropractor will determine the best treatment plan suited to you and your needs. Surprisingly, misalignments in your spine or extremities can contribute to plantar fasciitis. However, chiropractors can perform gentle adjustments that can help enhance spinal alignment and overall body mechanics. In turn, your brain and the rest of your body can effectively communicate with one another, leading to enhance healing.

Your chiropractor may also provide valuable guidance on:

• Proper footwear selection
• Modifying daily activities to reduce strain on your feet
• Ergonomic improvements at work and home

Empowering you with knowledge is a key part of chiropractic care. Your chiropractor may also elaborate on proper stretching techniques, ice and heat therapy to address your pain, and self-massage strategies.

Discover the Power of Collaborative Care!

As bothersome as it is, plantar fasciitis doesn’t have to dictate your life or limit your activities. Chiropractic care offers a holistic, non-invasive approach to treating this painful condition. By addressing the underlying causes and not just the symptoms, chiropractic treatment can provide long-lasting relief and help you get back on your feet, pain-free!

Take the first step towards relief today and reach out to the Premier Chiropractic team! We’ll work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs and gets you back to doing the activities you love. Contact us today to get started!