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We take the time needed for a thorough examination to find the underlying cause of your pain.
Airrosti Providers use hands-on manual therapy to treat your plantar fasciitis to reduce pain, increase mobility, and accelerate healing.
No surgery, injections, or prescription medication.
Patients have shorter recovery time with an average of 3.2 visits over 2 weeks.
Speed your recovery and keep your pain from returning.
The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that stretches from the heel bone to the ball of the foot. This strong, tight ligament supports the arch of the foot during movement. It also contributes to the body’s gait and distribution of weight.
Because the plantar fascia is used for everyday movements, it is vulnerable to overuse and strain. Wear and tear and improper foot care can lead to a painful overuse injury called plantar fasciitis. This condition is often described as a stabbing or burning sensation in the heel or bottom of your foot.
In this video, Breanne Kelley, DC, discusses the causes, symptoms, and available treatment options for plantar fasciitis. She also explains how Airrosti treats plantar fasciitis and how we help you stay active during treatment.
Still have questions or concerns about your plantar fasciitis? Schedule a no-cost video chat with one of our Providers.
Plantar fasciitis is commonly caused by weak ankle or hip joints. These weak joints put excessive pressure on the feet, leading to inflammation and foot pain. Understanding the causes and risk factors associated with this condition can help in its prevention and management.
Several common risk factors can contribute to the development of plantar fasciitis, including:
People with high arches are more likely to get plantar fasciitis because of the extra pressure on the plantar fascia.
Footwear lacking adequate arch support can fail to provide the necessary cushioning and stability for your feet.
Rapidly increasing the intensity or duration of physical activities, such as running or dancing, can strain the plantar fascia, leading to inflammation and pain.
Sports or occupations that involve repetitive stress on the feet, such as running or jobs that require prolonged walking or standing on hard surfaces.
Furthermore, certain demographic factors can also heighten the likelihood of experiencing plantar fasciitis. People who may have a higher weight, are pregnant or are over 40 tend to be at a higher risk. However, plantar fasciitis can affect people of all ages and lifestyles, regardless of demographic factors.
Plantar fasciitis is characterized by various signs and symptoms that primarily affect the foot’s arch and the bottom of the heel. Chronic heel pain is a common sign of this condition. It may feel like stabbing or burning, especially when you take your first steps in the morning. However, as the day progresses and you engage in physical activity, the pain may subside.
Additionally, there are specific activities that can trigger or exacerbate the heel pain associated with plantar fasciitis. These activities include:
Remaining on your feet for extended durations, such as during work or standing-based activities, can strain the plantar fascia, leading to increased discomfort and pain.
Strenuous exercise like running or jumping can worsen plantar fasciitis symptoms due to the excessive stress it puts on the feet.
After being seated for a while, standing up can trigger a sudden flare-up of pain in the heel.
To effectively manage plantar fasciitis, individuals should recognize signs, be aware of activities that worsen heel pain, and take proactive measures.
Surgery is not usually the first-line treatment for plantar fasciitis. In the majority of cases, conservative treatments such as rest, stretching exercises, orthotic inserts, physical therapy or Airrosti care can effectively manage symptoms and improve the condition. Surgery may be considered as a last resort for severe, persistent cases of plantar fasciitis that do not respond to conservative treatments.
Over-the-counter medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen can help reduce pain and inflammation associated with plantar fasciitis. However, it’s important to use these medications as directed by a healthcare professional and to be aware of potential side effects. Additionally, topical pain relievers or corticosteroid injections may be recommended by a doctor for more severe cases of plantar fasciitis.
Yes, there are several self-care techniques and exercises that can help alleviate plantar fasciitis pain. These may include stretching exercises to loosen the plantar fascia and calf muscles, using orthotic inserts or supportive footwear to reduce strain on the arch of the foot, applying ice to the affected area to reduce inflammation, and avoiding activities that exacerbate symptoms. Additionally, maintaining a healthy weight and practicing good foot hygiene can help prevent and manage plantar fasciitis.
While it’s important to avoid activities that worsen plantar fasciitis symptoms, completely restricting all activity may not be necessary. Low-impact exercises such as swimming or cycling, as well as activities that do not put excessive strain on the feet, can be beneficial for maintaining mobility and promoting healing. However, high-impact activities such as running or jumping should be avoided until symptoms improve. It’s important to listen to your body and avoid overexertion, and to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized guidance on activity modification.
For over a year, I had been suffering from plantar fasciitis and knee & hip pain. Before I met Dr. Gavin Olds, I had been to several doctors seeking treatment, paid for costly MRIs, received cortisone injections and was prescribed muscle relaxers. The fix was temporary, only for the pain to return with a vengeance. I felt like an 80-year-old woman living in a 40-year-old body and was losing hope of being pain free. Giving treatment one last shot, I decided to make an appointment with Dr. Olds. I was pleasantly surprised of him being so down to earth and super relatable! He listened to my concerns and frustrations of being in pain and took thorough notes. He explained the root cause of my pain and provided me a synopsis of Airrosti therap...+ show morey. Once the treatments started, he kept the conversation going and had me laughing with him being so hilarious! He took my mind off the pain, which made the time go by much quicker. It only took a few treatments for me to feel like my young self again. If you’re experiencing any kind of acute or chronic pain or suffering from an injury, I strongly encourage you to book an appointment with Dr. Olds. He has a sincere passion to this line of work. A big THANK YOU and a deserving high five goes to Dr. Olds and his rehab specialist Baylee! I am deeply indebted to them for their help. Two thumbs up for Airrosti!
by Dr. Anna Goodloe
After injuring my foot while training for a 1/2 marathon, then continuing to run on it, I seriously thought I had done too much damage to be able to return to running. My doctor diagnosed me with a Plantar Fascia tear and prescribed Airrosti therapy. I went from walking with a limp to running WITHOUT pain in 3 weeks! I was amazed. I tell everyone I know about Airrosti and I've returned for other injuries since. Dr. Latiolais and Annabelle are wonderful and have given me my active life back!
by Brandi Gordon
Dr. McGaughran is the BEST! I had suffered with Plantar Fasciitis for 2 years. It had gotten progressively worse, to the point I really had given up. I contacted Airrosti, honestly not expecting a lot, but figured I would give myself one more attempt. I am so glad I did! After 3 visits I was discharged with an amazing home program and very close to being pain FREE!! Thank you Dr. McGaughran and Jen! There are no words to express how grateful I am to get my life back!
by Angella Hullum
I did had Plantar Fasciitis (PF) that caused very strong and sharp pain in my ankle to the point to be unable to walk. Went through all traditional treatment with PCP and then with a very qualified Podiatrist. They helped me on the beginning. However, even when using prescribed sole inserts and two treatments with cortisone my problem persisted. Then, I was given the only option of surgery. After a successful back pain treatment, I decided to ask about my PF to Dr. Tyger and it worked wonders. I loved that there are not pharmaceutical prescriptions to be taken, just follow the therapy and have a very few visits. The problem was solved from root, not only my symptoms or partial causes like lack of support to ankle like before. Dr. Tyger g...+ show moreave me the therapy that really solved the problem. To avoid coming back I just need to keep with my therapy. When I feel well for long time I stop my therapy and I can go for months without problem, if I feel start coming back I just comeback to my exercises, which I should keep all time, except I get busy and I feeling well. This story has repeated with many of my colleagues. I highly recommended to them and you.
by Isabel Jones
I've been suffering from Plantar Fasciitis for almost a year. One of my coworker's advised me to go to Airrosti, but because I've been suffering for so long and my Doctor stated that there was really nothing anyone could do for me besides surgery and that really doesn't work either and just gave me Ibuprofen for inflammation. I felt helpless and hopeless. Then in May this year I decided I was tired and had to try one last thing, I called Airrosti and they made an appointment for me on the same day, right after work (I think it was GOD sending me here). Dr. Cain and Lisa were so kind and caring. They told me they believed they could help me (that really gave me hope). Dr. Cain said, Just give him 6 visits. To my surprise, I was back stepp...+ show moreing in 5 visits. they gave me my life back. Really. KUDOS to them Both!!!
by Sheryl Gaines
I have had pain (plantar fasciitis) for five years. I went to my first Airrosti appointment last week. I was skeptical but I don't have that pain anymore. I went for a 10 mile run Saturday (3/2/19) and throughout the whole run I just knew the pain was going to come back but it hasn't and it's been a week now and still no pain. Take it from someone who was skeptical and is now a firm believer that Airrosti works and not just for foot pain. Give it a try and you won't be disappointed. I went to the downtown Houston location in the tunnels and Brittany knows what she is doing and is really nice. Annabelle is fantastic, helpful. They both know what they are doing and they are so nice and helpful. When or if I get any pain anywhere I will be ...+ show moregoing to see them.
by Tanya Byington
I came to Dr. Jenay defeated physically and mentally due to plantar fasciitis. As an avid runner and hiker, my life was turned upside down. Dr. Jenay never gave up on my journey. When one thing didn’t work, she tried another. She consulted colleagues and always had my health and best interest in mind. Because of her thoroughness and research, she was able to find an underlying problem that actually was causing the PF - thyroid issues!!! Had she not gone the extra mile, I’d never known this to be a factor of my issue. Since then, I’ve gotten treatment and was able to complete the Rock and Roll Half Marathon this past December. Thank you guys so much!
by Debbie Oblitas
I have been suffering from plantar fasciitis since 2012, I would run 3-4 miles 4 days a week, stopped running in 2014....when I stopped running is when I noticed the plantar fasciitis pain...and it progressively got worst! I had other friends with the same issue and they kept pushing me to go to a podiatrist for an Injection, but the thought of a needle going into my foot did not sit very well! I was tagged on an ad for Airrosti from a friend, and read the testimonials, and thought...let me try it! Why I didn’t call sooner, I don’t know! Dr. Vick and Cera are amazing! Dr. Vick listened to my concerns, talked to me about the anatomy of where the source of my pain was coming from once I pointed it out! She had me walk and noticed how I...+ show more shift my foot one direction when I walked and told me not to become OCD of my walking (which I kind of did) 🙂 but to pay attention and focus on lifting off on my big toes vs the little toes! Her massages hit the spot EVERYTIME!!! Cera’s 30-minute rehabs we’re on point! They make a great team and I am forever grateful to both of them because today, after 5 sessions I was discharged with no more plantar fasciitis pain!!!!!! Thank you, Dr. Vick and Cera!! I also do not want to leave out the check-in process, they greet you by name, and treat you like a friend/ person....you are just not a patient to them! 🙂
by Brenda Ocampo
The doctor is amazing. I went to Airrosti with a plantar fasciitis problem. I have been struggling with it for around 9 years. I went to one doctor and recommended physical therapy. I went for almost 6 months. I felt better but it was not really gone. Then I got cortisone shots in the plant of my foot and nothing. Went back to therapy. So between therapy, cortisone shots and excessive, I have not been able to walk for a long distance, dance or do any fun activity that I was used to doing. I saw on Facebook about this new place Airrosti and decided to try. In their video, they talk about looking in the calf of the leg and not just the plant of my feet. The doctor found nods in my calf and took care of them. In one treatment one of my foot...+ show more pain went away and the other took 2 treatments. I don't have to go back to the doctor and they taught me how I can take care of it if the pain comes back. Its been 2 weeks since my first appointment and my feet feel great! Thank you, Doctor Clark and Cassie.
by Sara Diez
I was sidelined for over 3 years from running due to serious pain from plantar fasciitis. I tried orthopedic MD's, injections, therapy, orthotics.... Nothing got rid of the nagging pain. This year was the 20th year anniversary of the Flying Pig Marathon and I was determined to run. One of my gym friends mentioned Dr. Balza and the success he had with an Achilles injury. So I gave it a shot. After 4 visits I was running pain free and able to complete 16 weeks of training and finish the marathon without any pain. I won't lie, if I stray from my stretching exercises I start to feel twinges but once I get back on my program it goes right away. I learned so much and have referred many other running friends to Dr. Balza. Thank you for giving m...+ show moree back my running life! Forever grateful!
by Sue Weibel
Went to see Dr. Mike, for Plantar Fascitis, 3 visits, and I am 100% better, it is amazing the care and friendliness, is fabulous! I have been to a podiatrist a year of pain, shots, and Dr. Mike fixed it in 3 weeks. So glad I found him. I have recommended him to my co-workers and friends. Physical Therapy was very easy, amazing with techniques. Fabulous!!
by Jina Roat
Being a long distance runner who foolishly amped up weekly mileage by a considerable amount, I was stopped dead in my tracks with plantar. Dr. Peregrine and Ryan Brown at the Waco Airrosti have gotten me back on my way to running with their techniques and therapy plans. These 2 guys have been so great to me and I cannot say enough about their customer service! I highly recommend Airrosti Waco. Go see Dr. Peregrine and Ryan to help you get rid of your pain!
by Ruel Sword
My story started in November of 2017. I came to Dr. Rios after almost 12 months of severe plantar fasciitis. I was getting steroid shots and using a night splint. I tried it all and nothing worked. After four visits with Dr. Rios, I am living with mild pain. I am working the program and doing my home exercises and it is getting better by the day. I just wish I would have gone here first. No more suffering. Thank you so much, Dr. Rios. I can't say enough nice things about her and the practice. An injury is life-consuming and going to Airrosti has me back on the road to recovery.
by Angela Haik
I went to a podiatrist with foot pain and I was diagnosed with planters fasciitis. I suffered with the pain for 2 months. After 2 cortisone injections that did not work, and after purchasing expensive insoles, I was told I was going to need surgery. I was also told the surgery may or may not work. My supervisor suggested Airrosti so I googled Airrosti and read what they were about. After reading up on all of their information i decided to give them a try. I limped into Airrosti barely able to get in the door. After my first appointment I felt so much better. I was able to walk but still had pain. I had my 5th appointment today and was discharged. I walked out of Dr. Tunde's office with no pain and no limp. Dr. Tunde is a very sweet and c...+ show morearing doctor. If I ever have any other pain Airrosti will be my first choice. I definitely recommend Dr. Tunde and Airrosti! Thank you very much Dr. Tunde.
by Stacy Skow
I had tried everything for a year prior to airrosti for plantar fasciitis in both feet with little improvement. I heard several times about Airrosti, but wish I had known prior to all that I had tried. My visits took longer because I had more than feet issues, but I went in limping and in severe pain and finished with some flare ups, but such great ability to move, walk and live life!! If I had not gone in, I really think I would still be living in great pain. It was painful, but so worth the outcome. I recommend Airrosti to everyone in pain. Go here first!! Skip the shots, boot, stuff on Amazon, physical therapy and get those knots worked out. Thanks!!
by Jennifer Brown
Dr. Clark provided me with support and help through 2 injuries. The first injury was plantar fasciitis. Through muscle manipulation, Dr. Clark was able to get rid of the pain that comes with this injury and also, gave me the flexibility I needed to stay healthy. The second and more severe was a pulled hamstring. Very painful, but Dr Clark again through muscle manipulation was able to get rid of the horrible bruising, stiffness and pain associated with that type of injury. Several friends told me about Airrosti and how it works and their successes. But really to see for myself was amazing. I truly recommend Airrosti treatment.
by Sharon Cryer
I am a believer and now advocate of the Arrosti treatment! I am a Software Architect for Southwest Airlines; and each day I do a lot of walking between buildings and to/from meetings. After being diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, it was painful to walk just a few steps. I did a google search and ended up in the office of Dr. Sarah Rothgeb. She did a great job in being thorough with regards to explaining the impacted muscles and ligaments as well as what the Arrosti treatment entails. I have heard stories of not being cured of plantar fasciitis within a 6 month period; but under Dr. Rothgeb's care and the Arrosti treatment, my ailment went away in just a little over a month! Truly Amazing! Thank you Dr. Rothgeb!
by Jamita Machen
I want to thank Dr Newman for making me a believer in Airrosti. I was in a lot of pain in my right foot with plantar fasciitis. I couldn't believe how 3 visits would help me with the pain without shots or surgery. I was desperate to try anything but the shots or surgery though. After my first visit, I noticed a drastic change in my foot. By my 2nd visit I was able to walk on my heels again. Amy did an awesome job also with taping my leg and showing me the exercises I needed to keep up with. I will definitely recommend Airrosti to everyone I know. Thank you so much Airrosti Team!!
by Diane Parker
All my life, I've been an active person. I have played basketball, softball, swimming and soccer. As with any sport, there are always injuries. I've had my fair share and then some. I was also a drill instructor for the USAF and marched everywhere for 3 years. Fast forward 30 years and my body was about ready to give in. I've been to many doctors with minimal result for my various aches and pains. I was seriously contemplated a wheelchair just to get around. I was hobbling around the gym one day and one of the trainers asked me what was wrong. On this particular day, my plantar fasciitis (in both feet) was really yelling at me. The coach said "I can help with that." She said she was a provider at Airrosti. No one has ever been that confi...+ show moredent in saying that to me, so I decided to give it a shot. After the initial assessment, the doctor said I really wasn't walking, that I was more like stepping. She said it would be difficult and it would probably take more than the normal 3-4 treatments to get my feet back to somewhat normal functionally. We both agreed on a treatment plan and she went to work. Even after the first treatment, I could tell there was a big difference. At my second visit, I asked if she could work on other area I was having problems. All in all, she worked on both feet, both hips and both shoulders, making this 55 year old feel more like a 35 year old! I cannot thank her enough for literally giving me my quality of life back!
by Donna Saey
After almost 7 months of feeling like I was walking on glass due to plantar fasciitis I went to Airrosti. One visit in I was already seeing results!
Seeing Dr. Kempe has been a life changer. I am now back to my regular activities and most importantly, walking pain free. I can't express how thankful I am for Dr. Kempe's work and determination to get me pain free.
by Katy R.
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