Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Vancouver using Chiropractic and Massage Therapy
What is plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes sharp pain felt at the bottom of your heel. It is often worse in the morning or after resting for a prolonged period of time, and can feel better throughout the day as the body warms up. This is due to the thick band of tissue along the bottom of the foot (plantar fascia) becoming inflamed. Several factors can lead to this condition which can be treated by a Vancouver chiropractor and Vancouver RMT at Omni Health and Wellness.
RMT Massage Therapy in Vancouver for Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia is a strong fibrous tissue found in the foot but is continues with many other structures such as the gastrocnemius (calf muscle), biceps femoris (hamstring muscle), and can be traced into the gluteus maximus and back muscles, forming a ‘chain’! The goal of the treatment of plantar fasciitis is to address the areas of tension along this ‘chain’. Our Vancouver RMT is well equipped in assessing and managing the area using muscle energy techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release techniques, and deep tissue therapy!
Vancouver Chiropractor Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis:
The inflammation of the plantar fascia can be caused by flat feet, over pronation, tight muscles, restricted joints, and improper mechanics of the foot. Your chiropractor will take the time to assess the foot and formulate a treatment plan that may include the following:
Gentle adjustment techniques to promote proper motion of the ankle joints (talocrural joint and the subtalar joint).
Strengthen muscles that support the arch like the posterior tibialis muscle and the intrinsic foot muscles
Stretch the posterior chain muscles such as the gastrocnemius and biceps femoris muscles
Suggest custom orthotics for extra heel cushioning and arch support
