Understanding Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Risk Factors, and Chiropractic Solutions

If you’ve ever stepped out of bed and felt a sharp pain in your heel or arch, you may be experiencing plantar fasciitis—one of the most common causes of foot and heel pain. This condition affects the plantar fascia, a thick band of connective tissue that supports the arch of your foot. When this tissue becomes irritated or inflamed, each step can become uncomfortable and even painful.

While plantar fasciitis is common among runners and people who stand for long hours, there are many underlying factors that can contribute to its development—and chiropractic care can play a key role in both prevention and recovery.

What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis develops when the plantar fascia experiences repetitive strain or small microtears. Over time, this leads to inflammation and stiffness in the heel and arch area. Common causes include:

• Tight calf muscles or Achilles tendon, which increase tension on the plantar fascia

• Improper footwear that lacks arch support or cushioning

• Weak foot musculature, which change the way weight is distributed across the foot

• Sudden increases in activity level without proper stretching or warm-up

• Overuse or repetitive stress from activities like running, walking long distances, or standing for extended periods

• Poor biomechanics in the foot, ankle, knees, hips, or lower back

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How Chiropractic Care Helps

Chiropractors take a whole-body approach to plantar fasciitis. Instead of only addressing foot pain, chiropractic care looks for imbalances in the spine, pelvis, hips, knees, and ankles that may be contributing to the stress placed on the plantar fascia.

By improving movement and restoring proper function throughout the kinetic chain—from your spine down to your feet—chiropractic care can help reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and prevent future flare-ups.

If heel or arch pain is limiting your activity, contact Tennessee Back Pain Center! Through muscle work (scraping, dry needling, cupping), adjustments, and exercises, we can help you get back to a pain-free lifestyle. 

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