Plantar fasciitis treatment in Geelong
At Total Care Podiatry, we provide targeted plantar fasciitis treatment to help relieve heel and arch pain and restore your ability to move with confidence. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain, particularly heel pain and arch pain, and can significantly affect your daily life.
Our experienced podiatrists in Geelong specialise in diagnosing and treating this condition using evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs.
What is plantar fasciitis?
Heel pain or plantar fasciitis is an injury causing heel pain and pain along the foot arch. The plantar fascia is a thick fibrous band of tissue in the bottom of the foot, which runs from the heel to the base of the toes. When placed under too much stress, the plantar fascia stretches too far and frays, or tears, resulting in inflammation of the fascia and the surrounding tissues. The tears are soon covered with scar tissue, which is less flexible than the fascia and only aggravates the problem.
Signs you may need plantar fasciitis treatment include:
- Heel pain first thing in the morning
- Discomfort after standing or walking for long periods
- Soreness in the arch of the foot
- Pain that worsens after exercise
Our podiatrists will carry out a thorough assessment to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions such as heel spurs or nerve entrapment.
Effective plantar fasciitis treatment
We take a comprehensive approach to managing plantar fasciitis, aiming not just to reduce pain but to correct the underlying cause. Your personalised plan may include:
- Footwear advice and modification
- Custom orthotics to support the arch
- Stretching and strengthening programs
- Shockwave therapy or laser therapy for tissue healing
- Strapping or taping techniques
- Education on load management and prevention
- Dry needling
Your trusted podiatrist for arch pain
As an experienced podiatrist treating arch pain, we work with patients of all ages; from athletes to those simply wanting to walk pain-free. By combining hands-on care, technology, and preventative strategies, we help you recover faster and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
Don’t let heel or arch pain hold you back. Book a consultation with our Geelong podiatrists for expert plantar fasciitis treatment. You may also benefit from related services such as heel care or ankle sprain treatment for complete foot health support.
FAQs about plantar fasciitis
How do these problems arise?
Plantar fasciitis is caused by stress, tension and pulling on the plantar fascia due to muscular imbalance (typically inflexible calf muscles and weakness of the foot supporting muscles).
Poor mechanical structure (either excessively flat or too high arched) of the foot, placing more stress on the plantar fascia, can also cause this injury. Overactivity may also lead to plantar fasciitis.
When should you be checked by a podiatrist?
If plantar fasciitis is causing you pain and impacting the function of your day-to-day life, our podiatrists are the best people to get you pain free and moving again.
Can exercise make plantar fasciitis worse?
High-impact activity can aggravate symptoms. We’ll guide you on safe activity levels during your recovery.
Are calloused heels linked to plantar fasciitis?
Yes. Excessive pressure and thickened skin can worsen heel pain. Professional treatment for calloused or cracked heels can complement your care.