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Plantar fasciitis
treatment
MOVEMENT MECHANICS OSTEOPATHY AUCKLAND
Don’t suffer when you don't have to. Shockwave therapy is proven to help relieve plantar fasciitis symptoms faster than other conservative treatment options, such as physiotherapy and exercise.
Fast
Treatments typically take 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the treatment site.
Non-invasive
A great alternative to steroid injections and surgery.
Effective
Reduces the average pain score from 8/10 to 2/10 within 4 weekly sessions.
What is Plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of plantar heel pain, accounting for approximately 11-15% of foot symptoms presented to healthcare providers. The main symptom is heel pain, particularly in the morning or after a period of rest. Often, patients report improvement in pain after walking. Pain is usually located at the origin of the plantar fascia, your heel (medial calcaneal tubercle). Passive dorsiflexion of the toes may aggravate the pain in some patients, particularly if you suffer from chronic Plantar Fasciitis. It is not uncommon for those suffering from chronic Plantar Fasciitis to also experience heel pad swelling.
Tried everything else for plantar fasciitis?
Heel pain doesn't discriminate. Both athletes and those over 50 years old commonly present to osteopaths with plantar fasciopathy (PF). Treatment often begins with conservative methods like rest, osteopathy, physiotherapy, stretching, orthotics, night splints, anti-inflammatory drugs, and corticosteroid injections. We understand you may have tried some or all of these before considering shockwave therapy. Ensuring your current treatment is optimal is key. We highly recommend combining shockwave therapy with strengthening exercises, load management, and footwear adjustments or orthotic use.
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment for sub-acute and chronic musculoskeletal issues, using ultrasound shockwaves directed at the heel and foot to boost blood circulation and metabolism, accelerating healing. In the short term, most people experience symptom relief due to altered pain perception, while long-term benefits include improved fascia healing. It’s important to note that not all shockwave machines are the same; at Movement Mechanics Osteopathy, we use an EMS Radial shockwave machine supported by robust clinical data and aligned with international best practices.
Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition affecting the plantar fascia, which connects the heel to the toes. Shockwave therapy can effectively reduce discomfort, either as a standalone treatment or alongside other therapies you’re currently receiving.