Ankle and Foot Problems

With years of experience treating runners, our chiropractor has extensively encountered and managed ankle and foot problems and is well-equipped to assess these conditions and recommend appropriate treatment options. Apart from ankle sprains, conditions such as plantar heel pain (plantar fasciitis) are highly prevalent among runners, and we offer safe and effective treatment approaches, along with valuable advice.

Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, affecting both recreational and professional athletes. It results from inflammation and micro-tears in the plantar fascia, a thick connective tissue band running along the bottom of the foot.(1) Davis uses a multimodal approach, including manual therapies and stretching/strengthening exercises to effectively manage plantar fasciitis and facilitate recovery.(2)

Our chiropractor's expertise in musculoskeletal conditions allows for a comprehensive evaluation of foot and ankle injuries, enabling accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans. By addressing biomechanical imbalances, muscle tightness, and joint restrictions, chiropractic care can help alleviate pain, improve function, and prevent future recurrences of foot and ankle problems in runners and anyone wanting a more active lifestyle.

References:

  1. Lemont, H., Ammirati, K. M., & Usen, N. (2003). Plantar fasciitis: a degenerative process (fasciosis) without inflammation. Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association, 93(3), 234-237. https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-93-3-234

  2. Brantingham, J. W., Bonnefin, D., Perle, S. M., Cassa, T. K., Globe, G., Pribicevic, M., ... & Korporaal, C. (2012). Manipulative therapy for lower extremity conditions: update of a literature review. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 35(2), 127-166. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmpt.2012.01.001

  3. Garner, B. B., Jercinovic, J. E., & Nelson, M. A. (2020). Diagnosis and management of common running injuries of the foot and ankle. JBJS Reviews, 8(11), e0021. https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.RVW.20.00021