Plantar Fasciitis Diagnosis & Treatment with our Harrisburg Chiropractor

Over the past 23+ years of service, Harrisburg chiropractor Dr. Albert Skocik has seen hundreds of his patients affected by a condition known as plantar fasciitis. While many people are surprised to learn that chiropractic care can alleviate far more than just spine-related conditions, Dr. Skocik is confident that he and his team can help you find lasting heel and foot pain relief--without depending on drugs or invasive procedures.

How to Tell if You Have Plantar Fasciitis

If you have any of the following signs or symptoms, you may be living with plantar fasciitis:

• Heel pain, frequently described as sharp, boring, achy, or burning
• Stiffness and pain in the foot and heel that is worse in the morning, while climbing stairs, and/or after standing for a long time

Your symptoms may come on suddenly, especially if you've just recently performed a significant physical feat such as a road race. Equally, your symptoms may come on more gradually over time. 

You're more at risk for developing this condition if you're overweight, if you do "too much too soon" while exercising or training for a race, if you spend a lot of time on your feet, or if you have a flat foot or (conversely) a high arch. 

What's Causing My Plantar Fasciitis, Anyway?

Plantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation of the thick band of tissue running along the underside of your foot, otherwise known as the plantar arch. Your arch's normal role is to help absorb the forces naturally imposed on your feet during all weight-bearing activities. As such, plantar fasciitis can severely impact your ability to tolerate walking, running, or even standing. 

How Chiropractic Care Can Relieve Your Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms

A chiropractor uses natural methods to reduce inflammation (one of the key issues of plantar fasciitis) while at the same time addressing the factors which are causing said inflammation in the first place. To do this, your chiropractor will need to perform a thorough physical examination--including a postural analysis--and patient interview to figure out what's contributing to your symptoms. 

Once your diagnosis has been confirmed and the contributing factors have been identified, our Harrisburg chiropractor can employ a variety of drug-free and non-invasive services to relieve your pain, reduce inflammation, restore tissue healing, and prevent recurrence. Typical treatment may include:

• Laser therapy
• Spinal adjustments
• Massage therapy

Schedule an Appointment with our Harrisburg Chiropractor

If you've been struggling with plantar fasciitis, then consider scheduling an appointment with Harrisburg chiropractor Dr. Skocik. He, along with the rest of the staff here at Skocik Chiropractic, can get you back on your feet faster than you may think! To schedule your FREE initial appointment or to learn more about our chiropractic services, then call (717) 540-8448.