Plantar fasciitis causes pain under the heel and along the bottom of the foot. It happens when the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue from the heel to the toes, becomes irritated. Over time, extra pull on the heel bone can also form a small bony growth called a heel spur.
It is common in people who stand or walk a lot, runners, and anyone who has recently gained weight or changed footwear. Physiotherapy can ease pain and help stop it coming back.
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- Heel pain that is worst with the first steps in the morning
- Stretching and strengthening for the calf and foot
- Taping, footwear advice and insoles where needed
- Our doctor can help with medicine or an injection if it is not settling
- Tight calf muscles or stiff ankles
- High arches or flat feet
- Long hours standing, running or walking
- Worn-out or unsupportive shoes
- Training on hard surfaces
- Weight gain
- Pain with the first steps in the morning or after sitting
- Pain that eases after a few steps, then returns later
- Worse barefoot on hard floors or on stairs
- Better with rest
How physiotherapy helps
- Assessment: We check your foot, ankle, calf and how you walk or run.
- Load and footwear: Advice on activity, shoes, insoles and heel cups to reduce strain on the heel.
- Treatment: Taping, hands-on treatment, and SIS therapy or other modalities where helpful.
- Exercise: Stretching and strengthening for the calf and the small muscles of the foot.
Our doctor is on site and can prescribe pain relief or anti-inflammatory medicine, arrange scans, or discuss an injection if it is needed.
- heel pain after a fall or jump, or you cannot bear weight
- swelling, redness and warmth in the foot with a fever
- numbness or burning in the foot, especially if you have diabetes
Book physiotherapy for heel pain
One-to-one sessions with our AHPC-registered physiotherapist at 79 Serangoon Garden Way, from $200 for 45 minutes. Home physiotherapy also available.
Frequently asked questions
How long does plantar fasciitis take to get better?
Many people improve over a few weeks to months with the right exercises and footwear. Starting early helps.
Do I need to stop running?
Not always. We will help you adjust your training so you can stay active while the heel settles.
Do I need a referral?
No, you can book physiotherapy directly. If you need medical review, our doctor is on site.
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Information reviewed by our physiotherapy team at Ashford Medical Centre. This page is general information and is not a substitute for a personal assessment.
