The thin ligament that connects your heel to your toes, the plantar fascia, can become quite painful if it is irritated. Our patients at Harrisburg Joint & Muscle often come in with telltale signs of an injury to this ligament, also known as plantar fasciitis. These signs include pain in the heel, arch, and top of the foot. Plantar fasciitis can also manifest in other ways. While it is common in runners and pregnant women, the condition can impact anyone at any time.

Treating Plantar Fasciitis

Fortunately, many of our patients in Lemoyne can find relief from plantar fasciitis after performing certain stretches and exercises, many of which they can do at home. If you are unsure which stretches might provide relief for your foot pain, our chiropractors can provide suggestions and show you how to perform these exercises without causing additional pain or injuries. The following are some of the treatments you can do at home:

Towel stretch: Roll up a towel and grab it from either end. Place the towel against the arch of your foot and pull it toward your body to stretch your foot.

Tennis ball: Place a tennis ball on the floor and roll the arch of your foot over it.

Calf stretch: Face a wall with your hands planted firmly against it. Keep one foot flat on the floor close to the wall. Step back with the other foot, then lean forward to stretch your back calf.

Toe pull: Pull each of your toes backward toward you with your fingers.

Additional Relief

You may also want to consider replacing your shoes with more supportive ones and wearing shoes all of the time if you're struggling with plantar fasciitis pain. However, there are times when you absolutely need to see a professional to relieve your foot pain from plantar fasciitis. Many of our patients find relief through Graston Therapy and chiropractic adjustments of the ankle and foot. Our chiropractors can also use other techniques such as ultrasound therapy to encourage the healing of the damaged tissue.

Get Foot Pain Relief in Lemoyne, PA

If you are suffering from plantar fasciitis or other aches and pains, call our chiropractors at Harrisburg Joint & Muscle today at 717-999-4347 to schedule an appointment.