If your first steps out of bed feel like stepping on a tack, you're not alone. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain in active adults, runners, teachers, nurses, and anyone who spends long days on their feet.
What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue running from your heel to your toes. When it's overloaded, it becomes irritated where it attaches to the heel. Pain is usually worst first thing in the morning or after sitting, then eases as you move — before building again at the end of the day.
Common Contributors
- Sudden increases in walking, running, or standing
- Tight calves and Achilles tendons
- Worn-out or unsupportive shoes
- Changes in body weight, including pregnancy
Where Shockwave Therapy Fits In
Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate the body's own repair process in irritated tissue. SoftWave is a broad-focused type of shockwave technology. Treatment is non-invasive, needs no needles or downtime, and most sessions take only a few minutes per area.
Many people look into shockwave after stretches, inserts, and rest haven't been enough. Your evaluation helps us decide whether you're a good candidate, and we'll be honest if we think another option is a better fit.
Simple Habits That Help
- Stretch your calves before getting out of bed
- Roll the arch of your foot over a frozen water bottle
- Avoid going barefoot on hard floors while it's flared up
Shockwave Therapy in Dunwoody
Compass Family Chiropractic cares for families from Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Perimeter, and Brookhaven. Call (770) 452-0022 or start your new patient journey online.
Dealing with pain that won't settle? Our Dunwoody team will evaluate whether SoftWave shockwave therapy is a good fit for you.