Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Oshawa
Take the pain out of your first steps — effective treatment for plantar fasciitis, including shockwave therapy for stubborn heel pain.
What is plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common — and most stubborn — causes of heel pain. It happens when the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot, becomes overloaded and irritated.
The classic sign is sharp heel pain with your first steps in the morning. With the right treatment, including shockwave therapy for persistent cases, most people recover well.
Common causes of plantar fasciitis
- A sudden increase in running or activity
- Prolonged standing or walking on hard surfaces
- Tight calf muscles or poor foot mechanics
- Unsupportive footwear
- Being on your feet all day for work
Symptoms we treat
- Sharp heel pain with the first steps of the day
- Pain that eases with movement but returns after rest
- Tenderness under the heel or along the arch
- Pain after long periods of standing
- Stiffness in the foot and ankle
How we treat plantar fasciitis in Oshawa
We treat the pain and the cause together, which may include:
- Manual therapy for the foot, ankle and calf
- Targeted calf and foot stretching and strengthening
- Footwear, orthotic and activity advice
- Shockwave therapy — particularly effective for chronic cases
- Taping and load-management strategies
Care is led by our physiotherapy and shockwave therapy teams.
What to expect
Plantar fasciitis can be slow to settle, but most people improve steadily with a consistent plan. Because it tends to become more stubborn the longer it’s left, earlier treatment usually means a faster recovery.
Frequently asked questions about plantar fasciitis
End stubborn heel pain
Book an assessment and find out how physiotherapy and shockwave therapy can get you back on your feet.