If you’ve ever stepped out of bed and felt a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel, you already know how miserable plantar fasciitis can be. It’s one of the most common causes of heel pain — and one that often lingers far longer than it should if not treated properly.
At Sleppy Chiropractic here in Indiana, PA, we see plantar fasciitis every week, and yes — chiropractors can absolutely help with this condition. The key is using the right combination of therapies to treat both the pain and the cause.
Understanding Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis happens when the thick band of tissue (the plantar fascia) running along the bottom of your foot becomes irritated or inflamed. Common culprits include poor foot mechanics, tight calves, overuse, or worn-out shoes. Left untreated, that heel pain can spread, alter your gait, and cause issues up the chain — including knee, hip, or back pain.
How Chiropractic Care Help
Chiropractors don’t just treat the spine — we focus on the entire musculoskeletal system. With plantar fasciitis, the goal is to:
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Reduce inflammation in the plantar fascia
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Correct biomechanical imbalances in the feet, ankles, and legs
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Restore proper movement through chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue work
Our Multi-Modality Approach
At Sleppy Chiropractic, we combine several advanced therapies to speed healing and get you back on your feet:
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Shockwave Therapy – This non-invasive treatment uses sound waves to break up scar tissue, stimulate blood flow, and accelerate tissue repair. It’s one of the most effective tools for chronic plantar fasciitis.
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Custom Orthotic Inserts – We analyze your foot mechanics and provide orthotics that support proper alignment, reduce strain, and prevent recurrence.
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Chiropractic Therapy & Adjustments – By addressing joint restrictions in the feet, ankles, knees, and hips, we ensure your body moves as it should — reducing stress on the plantar fascia.
Home Care: What You Can Do Between Visits
While in-office treatments speed up recovery, what you do at home matters just as much. A few simple daily habits can make a huge difference:
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Calf Stretches: Tight calf muscles increase tension on the plantar fascia. Spend 30 seconds stretching each calf several times a day — especially before getting out of bed and after activity.
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Foot Rolling: Use a racquet ball, lacrosse ball, or even a frozen water bottle. Roll the bottom of your foot for 1–2 minutes to loosen the fascia and reduce inflammation.
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Consistent Support: Avoid walking barefoot on hard surfaces. Supportive shoes or your custom orthotics help maintain proper foot mechanics.
These stretches and tools work hand-in-hand with chiropractic treatment to speed healing and reduce flare-ups.
The Result
Most patients notice improvement within a few weeks when these therapies are combined. The key is consistency — addressing both the local tissue irritation and the underlying biomechanical causes.
Don’t Wait — Get It Fixed Right
If heel pain is slowing you down, don’t just hope it’ll fade away. The sooner you treat plantar fasciitis, the faster it heals — and the less chance it has to become a chronic problem.
👉CLICK HERE to schedule an appointment with Sleppy Chiropractic today and let’s get you walking comfortably again.
