Item: Leading Edge Podiatry
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Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Spurs in Adelaide

Struggling with sharp heel pain when you get out of bed in the morning? You could be suffering from plantar fasciitis, one of the most common causes of heel pain we see at Leading Edge Podiatry.

We provide expert diagnosis and customised treatment plans to get you walking pain-free again—without relying on unnecessary surgery.

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Your plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. When this ligament becomes overstretched, strained, or degenerates, it can lead to painful inflammation known as plantar fasciitis.

In some cases, a small heel spur (a bony growth) can also form at the base of the heel bone. However, the pain usually comes from the irritated fascia rather than the spur itself.

Why Do I Have Heel Pain?

Common causes of plantar fasciitis and heel pain include:

Sudden increase in activity or exercise
Poor footwear or lack of cushioning
Standing or walking on hard surfaces (e.g., concrete or tile)
Age-related changes to your foot arch
Reduced heel fat pad from ageing or high impact
Tight calf muscles or Achilles tendon
Poor biomechanics and foot alignment

Common Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms

Recognising the signs early can help prevent the condition from worsening. Typical symptoms include:

Sharp pain under the heel, especially when first standing in the morning
Pain after rest or long periods of sitting
Stiffness in the heel and arch, particularly after inactivity
Tenderness on the underside of the heel
Burning or stabbing sensation
Worsening pain after standing, walking, or exercise
Pain radiating into the arch or ankle
Progressive discomfort that becomes more constant over time

How We Treat Plantar Fasciitis

There’s no single magic fix—but with the right treatment plan, plantar fasciitis is highly manageable. At Leading Edge Podiatry, we use a tailored, multi-step approach to help you recover quickly and effectively.

Custom Foot Orthotics

We design custom orthotics to redistribute pressure, support your arches, and reduce strain on the plantar fascia—so your foot can heal properly.

Shockwave Therapy

We offer Shockwave Therapy, a modern, evidence-based treatment that stimulates tissue repair and reduces chronic heel pain without injections or medication.

Manual Therapies

We may recommend a combination of:

– Dry needling

– Foot mobilisation

– Myofascial release

– Taping and strapping

– Targeted stretching and strengthening

All therapies are personalised based on your symptoms and foot structure.

❓ Still have questions about plantar fasciitis?
Visit our Plantar Fasciitis FAQ page. Our Plantar Fasciitis FAQs provide clear answers to the most common questions.