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The Aims of Plantar Fasciitis Treatment:
Help to relieve your symptoms
Reduce pain and swelling
Improve joint mobility
Advice on how you can improve your quality of life through diet and nutritional support, posture, and exercise
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Osteopaths frequently treat pain and discomfort caused by plantar fasciitis.
Many people assume that heel pain is something they must simply tolerate. In most cases, osteopathic treatment can significantly reduce symptoms. Pain relief, improved foot function, and appropriate lifestyle adjustments can make a real difference to daily life.
What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition affecting the thick band of tissue running along the sole of the foot, from the heel to the toes. It often develops due to repetitive strain, changes in activity, poor footwear, or biomechanical issues. The condition may cause inflammation, tissue thickening, and pain at the heel and arch.
Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis typically causes sharp or aching pain in the heel and along the arch, often most noticeable with the first steps in the morning or after periods of rest. Other symptoms can include tenderness, stiffness, and discomfort when walking, running, or standing for long periods.
How Can Osteopathy Help?
While there is no instant cure, osteopathic treatment can greatly reduce pain, restore function, and prevent recurrence. Treatment focuses on relieving stress on the plantar fascia, improving foot and ankle mechanics, and addressing contributing factors in the lower limb.
Osteopathic care may involve gentle manual therapy to the foot, ankle, and calf, combined with Radial Pressure Wave Therapy to reduce tension and pain, and Focused Shockwave Therapy to stimulate deeper tissue healing. Patients are also given footwear guidance and personalised exercises to strengthen the foot, improve flexibility, and support long-term recovery.