Chiropractic & ESWT Treatment For Planter Fasciitis

Foot pain keeping you down? Not sure which treatment option is right for you? Heel or foot pain that often comes with plantar fasciitis can be treated by Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) and regular chiropractic adjustments. Planter fasciitis is a condition caused by inflammation in the planter fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot and helps support the arch. The pain caused by the swelling of this tissue can make walking or standing incredibly painful and can greatly impact the quality of life along with ones ability to complete certain jobs and basic activity. Shockwave therapy, a regenerative medicine, has been shown to greatly aid in the reduction of tissue swelling and coupled with chiropractic care, we can help ensure your full body is healing. This non surgical treatment option from Springs Chiropractic is timely, easy, and non-invasive. With no downtime, and no need for steroid injections you can start down the path to happy, healthy feet.  Call our chiropractic clinic today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Knoche, an expert in chiropractic care and ESWT, he is also nationally recognized as a leading provider and trainer for shockwave therapy.

Shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis is a non-steroid and non-opioid option to address heel pain concerns and begin recovery by reducing the swelling that causes the pain, without the need for surgery or extensive downtime.  During ESWT, short and intense energy waves are used on the patient’s foot to reduce the swelling along the planter fascia (tissue band) to encourage fast healing. ESWT promotes healing of plantar fasciitis through improving skin elasticity, relaxing tendons, and strengthening connective tissues.

Common causes of planter fasciitis:

• Repetitive stress on the feet form running, jumping, or standing for extended periods of time.
• Poor arch support.
• Pronation, which is when the foot rolls inward.
• Sudden weight gain.

What planter fasciitis might feel like for you:

• Sharp pain in the heel first thing int he morning and/or after extended periods of rest off you feet.
• Pain that is worse during or after activities that put pressure on your feet.
• Tenderness along the bottom of your foot, especially near the heel.

If you think you may be suffering from plantar fasciitis or are experiencing troublesome foot pain, meet with a professional to discuss your concerns and see if plantar heel pain treatment is right for you. Call Springs Chiropractic to schedule shock wave therapy treatment at our north Colorado Springs location and begin recovery for a better quality of life.

Studies have shown that treating plantar fasciitis with ESWT can have positive effects towards healing and reduction of pain:

Efficacy and tolerability of extracorporeal shock wave therapy

Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (f-ESWT) for plantar fasciitis