Does a sharp jab in your heel greet you as you climb out of bed? A chiropractor in Weston may be able to confirm whether your heel pain stems from plantar fasciitis.
ChiroCare of Florida recommends plantar fasciitis treatment in Weston, FL, to ease inflammation and rebuild strength. The approach looks at how your whole body moves, not just where your foot pain shows up.
Signs You May Need Plantar Fasciitis Care
Your plantar fascia is a tough, bowstring-like band that stretches from your heel to the base of your toes. It supports your arch and absorbs the shock of each step. Repeated strain can irritate it and create tiny tears, which often leads to stubborn soreness.
You may be dealing with this condition if you notice:
- Morning foot stiffness: A stabbing ache with your first few steps of the day
- Pain after rest: Soreness that flares when you stand up after sitting
- A tender heel: Pain at the bottom or inner edge of your heel bone
- A tight arch: A pulling feeling along the bottom of your foot
- End-of-day aching: Discomfort that builds after long hours on your feet
Weekend soccer games and long shifts on tile floors can make symptoms worse. Our plantar fasciitis treatment in Weston, FL, pinpoints what is driving your pain so that we can stop it at the source.
How To Treat Plantar Fasciitis
The first visit includes an examination of your feet and a review of your medical history. A nonsurgical plan may blend several therapies.
Graston Technique and Manual Therapy
Scar tissue and tight muscles can keep the fascia from healing properly. The provider may combine the Graston Technique, which uses stainless steel tools, with hands-on manual therapy to loosen stiff tissue and improve blood flow.
Ultrasound and Electrical Stimulation
Therapeutic ultrasound sends gentle sound waves deep into the heel to calm inflammation. Electrical stimulation works alongside it to quiet pain signals and relax tense muscles.
Kinesiology Taping
Kinesiology tape gives your foot extra arch support without limiting your movement. It may take stress off the fascia while you walk or work. Since the joints often play a role in how your foot lands, you may also need ankle pain relief.
Physical Therapy Approach
Stretching exercises for your calves and the bottom of your foot can help you continue your recovery at home. Sessions may also include neuromuscular re-education and strengthening to help your foot handle daily stress.
Book Your Heel Pain Treatment in Weston Today
Call ChiroCare of Florida at (754) 704-2406 to schedule your plantar fasciitis treatment in Weston, FL. If sports or repetitive tasks have left your arm sore, ask about our elbow pain relief services, too.
Dr. Marcial Wong is our plantar fasciitis specialist in Weston and encourages patients to take an active role in their recovery. He treats patients at our Weston Road Shopping Center location, near the corner of Weston Road and Griffin Road and just minutes from Interstate 75. To ease tight calves and the band under your arch, he may use the Active Release Technique (ART).