Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in The Woodlands, TX

Plantar fasciitis can be a debilitating health issue and is a leading cause of heel pain. If you have plantar fasciitis and need help, connect with our chiropractic team at Laser Spine and Pain Institute to find out how we can support you. 

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick band of tissue (called the plantar fascia) that runs along the arch of the foot. Dysfunctional muscles in the legs and feet can be caused by chronic spinal issues that disrupt proper nerve function into the lower extremities. This motor weakness in the legs and feet can cause excess strain, architectural changes in the foot, and inflammation of the fascia (connective tissue) in the feet. 

People with plantar fasciitis tend to experience symptoms like:

• Heel pain, usually described as sharp or stabbing
• Pain that gets worse after prolonged standing or after getting up after sitting or lying down for a long time 

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

It's not always clear why plantar fasciitis develops, but there are risk factors that can make someone more likely to experience it. These risk factors include: 

• Dysfunctional muscles in the legs and feet can be caused by chronic spinal issues that disrupt proper nerve function into the lower extremities. This motor weakness in the legs and feet can cause excess strain, architectural changes in the foot, and inflammation of the fascia (connective tissue) in the feet.
• High-impact exercises like running, jumping, and dancing (or any movement that increases stress and tension on the plantar fascia) 
• A sudden and significant increase in the amount of exercise or physical activity performed on a daily or weekly basis 
• Certain types of occupations that require a lot of standing and walking, such as nursing, teaching, and factory work
• Being between the ages of 40 and 60 
• Certain bodily characteristics that can increase the amount of force on the plantar fascia, such as a high or low arch in the foot, weak hip muscles, poor posture, or an unusual walking pattern
• Obesity
• Pregnancy

How Our Chiropractor in The Woodlands Helps People with Plantar Fasciitis

Our chiropractor, Dr. Yasaman Shaghaghi, helps people in The Woodlands and great Houston area heal from plantar fasciitis by creating customized treatment plans that address their symptoms and the underlying factors contributing to their symptoms.

Some of our most effective services include:

• Deep tissue robotic laser therapy, which uses a highly concentrated beam of light to painlessly and non-invasively stimulate healing at the cellular level, for faster pain relief, enhanced blood flow, reduced inflammation, and increased cell metabolism and growth
• Exercises and stretches to improve hip strength and posture
• Chiropractic adjustments that improve overall alignment and modulate the nervous system for less pain and strain

We assess the whole person, not just their symptoms. The result? Longer lasting plantar fasciitis relief!

Are You Struggling Because of Plantar Fasciitis Pain?

If you live near The Woodlands, TX, and are looking for real solutions to plantar fasciitis pain, contact us at Laser Spine and Pain Institute today by calling (281) 810-6102 to schedule an appointment.