Plantar Fasciitis may be causing your heel pain, and we can help!

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation or degeneration of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel to the toes. It plays a vital role in maintaining the foot’s arch and absorbing shock during walking and standing.

Common Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis include:

• Sharp or stabbing pain at the bottom of the heel
• Pain that is worse during the first steps in the morning
• Increased discomfort after prolonged standing or walking
• Heel pain after rest following activity

Causes and Risk Factors

Plantar fasciitis may develop due to:

• Prolonged standing or walking
• Poor footwear or lack of arch support
• Flat feet or high arches
• Tight calf muscles and Achilles tendon
• Sudden increase in physical activity
• Obesity or excessive foot loading

Treatment Assessment

At Regenesis, our practitioners perform a comprehensive assessment including:

• Gait and posture analysis
• Foot and ankle mobility testing
• Palpation of the plantar fascia
• Muscle flexibility and strength evaluation

Based on the findings, an individualized treatment plan is developed.

Our Treatment Approach

1. Pain and Inflammation Management

• Ultrasound therapy to promote tissue healing
• IFC/TENS to reduce pain
• Ice or heat application as appropriate

2. Manual Therapy

• Soft tissue mobilization of the plantar fascia
• Myofascial release for tight calf and foot muscles
• Joint mobilization to improve foot mechanics

3. Stretching and Strengthening Exercises

• Calf and plantar fascia stretching
• Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
• Ankle stability exercises

4. Patient Education

• Proper footwear recommendations
• Activity modification
• Home exercise program
• Advice on avoiding barefoot walking on hard surfaces

With consistent rehabilitation, patients experience:

• Reduced heel pain
• Improved walking tolerance
• Better foot function
• Prevention of symptom recurrence

Plantar fasciitis can significantly limit daily activities, but with timely rehab intervention, recovery is achievable. At Regenesis Pain Management & Rehab Clinic, we focus on long-term pain relief and functional improvement.