If you’ve ever dealt with heel pain, there’s a good chance it was plantar fasciitis — the most common cause of heel pain we see at The Spine and Wellness Center in Coral Springs. The good news: it responds well to conservative, drug-free care.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Jared Cohen, DC · Updated June 2026

What Exactly Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation (-itis) of the plantar fascia — the thick band of tissue that connects your heel to your toes along the bottom of your foot. When that ligament becomes inflamed, swollen and weak, the bottom of your foot or heel hurts when you walk or stand, especially with your first steps in the morning or after sitting a while.

The pain often starts as tightness or soreness, then becomes a sharp, stabbing sensation. It usually eases as you move through the day but can flare again with prolonged standing or exercise. It’s most common in middle age and in anyone who spends long hours on their feet.

Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis

• Sharp or stabbing heel pain with your first morning steps
• Pain that eases with movement but returns after rest
• Tenderness along the arch or bottom of the heel
• Pain that worsens after — not during — exercise
• Tightness in the foot, calf and Achilles tendon

How We Treat Plantar Fasciitis

We treat the root cause, not just the pain, with a combination of proven techniques:

• Chiropractic adjustments of the foot, ankle and lower extremity to restore proper mechanics
• Graston Technique & myofascial release to break up scar tissue and chronic adhesions so the fascia can heal properly
• Targeted strengthening of the foot’s flexor muscles to limit the rapid toe motion that re-injures the fascia
• Elastic sports taping to support the arch, relax the foot and reduce inflammation while it heals

I Think I Have Plantar Fasciitis — What Now?

Don’t wait for it to become chronic. The earlier plantar fasciitis is treated, the faster it resolves. Our Coral Springs office on Coral Ridge Drive is minutes from Parkland, Coconut Creek, Margate and Boca Raton. Call (954) 341-2256 for a same-day appointment — we accept most major insurance and will build you a clear plan to get back on your feet, pain-free.