Plantar Fasciitis

Understanding the Condition

Plantar fasciitis often arises from overuse, poor arch support, long periods of standing, or tight calf muscles. It’s common in runners, hikers, and those with flat feet or high arches.

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Mechanism of Injury (MOI)

Plantar Fasciitis is a common issue we treat at Gulf Islands Chiropractic. Whether it's caused by poor posture, repetitive strain, athletic injury, or long-standing dysfunction, our approach is designed to treat not just the pain, but the underlying cause.

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Common Symptoms

• Sharp heel pain with the first steps in the morning

• Pain that improves with activity but worsens after rest

• Discomfort when walking barefoot or climbing stairs

• Tenderness at the bottom of the heel

• Tight calves or Achilles tension

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Clinical Insight

Clinical signs may include:

• Pain with dorsiflexion of the toes or palpation at medial calcaneus

• Reduced ankle mobility

• Positive Windlass test

• Associated Achilles or posterior chain tightness

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How We Treat It

At Gulf Islands Chiropractic, we use a tailored combination of evidence-informed therapies to treat plantar fasciitis:

• Shockwave Therapy to stimulate healing in the plantar fascia

• Laser Therapy to reduce inflammation and pain

• Active Release to release tension in the plantar fascia, calves, and Achilles tendon

These therapies are selected based on your specific presentation, comfort level, and goals. We always begin with a detailed assessment to determine the best path forward.

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Why Choose Local, Integrated Care

Living on Salt Spring Island, you don’t have to travel far for high-quality care. Our Neuro-Release Therapy™ system integrates chiropractic, soft tissue, and rehabilitation techniques for long-term relief — not just symptom management.​