Massage, Chiropractic Care, Acupuncture and Kinesiology for
Planter Fasciitis
Massage Chiropractic Care Acupuncture Kinesiology for Planter Fasciitis
How can Acupuncture help?
Acupuncture can help relieve plantar fasciitis by targeting key points along the foot, ankle, calf, and lower leg to reduce localized inflammation and heel pain. By inserting fine, sterile needles into specific trigger points and along affected pathways, acupuncture stimulates blood flow to the thick plantar fascia tissue to accelerate repair. It also helps relax tight calf muscles and the Achilles tendon, relieving tension on the heel bone while triggering the body’s natural endorphin release for lasting pain relief.
How can Kinesiology help?
Kinesiology can help treat plantar fasciitis by evaluating your overall movement, arch support, and gait mechanics to fix the underlying causes of foot strain. A kinesiologist conducts a comprehensive biomechanical assessment to identify calf tightness, ankle instability, or hip weakness that contributes to uneven loading on the plantar fascia. Through targeted strengthening exercises, gait re-education, orthotic integration, and customized stretching routines, kinesiology rebuilds foot capacity, reduces strain during activity, and prevents long-term recurrence.
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a common and painful condition caused by inflammation or micro-tearing of the plantar fascia—the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. Driven by repetitive strain, poor foot mechanics, or tight calf muscles, it typically causes sharp, stabbing heel pain that is often worst with your first steps in the morning or after periods of rest.
What can Massage Therapy do to help?
Massage therapy can help relieve plantar fasciitis by targeting deep muscle tension in the calves, Achilles tendon, and the plantar fascia itself. A massage therapist can use targeted soft tissue techniques, deep tissue therapy, and myofascial release to break down scar tissue, ease painful tension, and improve flexibility along the back of the leg and foot. By increasing localized circulation and encouraging tissue recovery, massage therapy helps reduce heel pain, decrease morning stiffness, and support long-term mobility.
What can Chiropractic Care do?
Chiropractic care can help relieve plantar fasciitis by addressing misalignments in the feet, ankles, knees, and lower back that cause uneven weight distribution and strain on the plantar fascia. A chiropractor can perform gentle joint adjustments to the foot and ankle bones to restore proper foot mechanics and arch support. Combined with targeted soft tissue therapy, custom orthotic recommendations, and stretching protocols, chiropractic care helps relieve mechanical stress on the heel, reduce inflammation, and restore comfortable movement.
Frequently Asked Questions for Planter Fasciitis
How to book TOS treatment?
You can book in as a regular treatment and tell us about your symptoms and we can use the modalities that will best help you.
Does TOS massage cost more?
No, thoracic outlet syndrome treatment is included in our standard prices
Do you offer direct billing?
Yes, we will direct bill to all major insurance companies, if you are not sure please give us a call!