Expert diagnosis and evidence-based treatment to end your heel pain and get you back to the activities you love.
✓ Conveniently located in Clem Jones Wellness Precinct, Carina
✓ Just 15 minutes from Brisbane CBD
You’re not alone. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain affecting millions of active adults every year. At our Sports and Family Podiatry clinic in Brisbane, we understand how frustrating it is when heel pain controls your day, whether you’re running, jumping, or simply taking your first steps in the morning. The good news? The earlier this injury is treated, the more successful the outcomes are likely to be.
We don’t just mask your heel pain, we identify and treat the underlying root problem that is the cause of your plantar fasciitis. Our experienced podiatrists conduct thorough examinations, utilising advanced diagnostic tools including X-ray and ultrasound when necessary to accurately diagnose the source of your heel pain. We focus on differential diagnosis to rule out other conditions and ensure you receive the most effective treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Key Differentiators:
Prescription foot orthotics designed specifically for your foot structure to correct biomechanical imbalances and redistribute pressure away from the damaged plantar fascia attachment on the heel bone
The Benefit?
Addresses root cause, prevents recurrence, improves overall foot function and reduces strain on the plantar fascia.
Targeted hands-on mobilising and massage techniques as well as supervised stretching exercises designed to reduce inflammation, improve function and flexibility in the plantar fascia and surrounding tissues, and promote healing
The Benefit?
Alleviates symptoms, reduces chronic inflammation, accelerates recovery timeline.
Specific load management strategies and targeted exercise prescriptions to improve foot and ankle strength.
The Benefit?
Reduces time off sport/exercise or work and guides you to your goals, improves foot and ankle function and prevents recurrence.
Strategic therapeutic taping techniques and night splints to support the arch, maintain optimal tissue length during healing, and significantly reduce morning pain.
The Benefit?
24/7 support, dramatically reduces first-step morning pain, prevents tissue shortening overnight.
Professional evaluation of your current footwear and recommendations for appropriate shoes, along with heel cushioning solutions to reduce impact and stress on the plantar fascia.
The Benefit?
Reduces daily stress on injured tissue, provides immediate comfort, supports long-term recovery.
Description: Guided ice application protocols and, when necessary, medical interventions such as cortisone injections to reduce swelling and manage chronic inflammation
Benefits: Immediate pain relief, reduces inflammation at the attachment site, manages persistent discomfort
Years of focused experience in diagnosis and management of plantar fasciitis and other common causes of heel pain, with particular expertise in treating active individuals and athletes
An accurate diagnosis is necessary to ensure successful management outcomes. This may include radiological examinations, either X-ray or ultrasound.
We follow current clinical guidelines and best practices, using systematic review-backed treatments including custom orthotics, strapping, stretching, and therapeutic massage.
Thorough evaluation and correction of biomechanical anomalies that may have caused your injury, addressing the common etiology of heel pain.
Located in the Clem Jones Wellness Precinct, just 15 minutes from Brisbane CBD, providing expert care for patients across Carina, Camp Hill and surrounding areas.
Return to activity programs designed to prevent re-occurrence of injury and address underlying causes, ensuring long-term pain-free living.
Complete physical examination and gait analysis to identify biomechanical anomalies. Radiological examinations (X-ray, ultrasound or MRI) may be utilised to rule out other differential diagnoses and establish the extent of your injury
Once your diagnosis is confirmed, we prescribe a customised treatment plan combining therapies such as custom orthotics, foot mobilisation, therapeutic massage, stretching/strengthening exercises, footwear modification, heel cushioning, and strategic strapping techniques
Begin your treatment program with guidance from your podiatrist. Most patients notice significant improvement as inflammation decreases and the plantar fascia begins healing with proper support and biomechanical correction
Professional footwear assessment and fitting of custom orthotics to address the biomechanical factors contributing to your plantar fasciitis and prevent future injury
Your podiatrist will guide you through a structured return to activity program, ensuring you can safely resume running, sports, work and daily activities without re-injury or recurrence of heel pain
Don’t put up with persistent pain in your heel hoping it will simply go away on its own. Plantar fasciitis can be deceptive, it may initially warm up, allowing you to walk and even run on the affected area. However, each time you engage in running or weight-bearing activity on it, you’re inadvertently causing more damage.
As time progresses, the pain may not warm up as it once did, and your injury will become significantly more difficult to treat. It may take considerably longer to respond to conservative treatment options. Seek treatment as soon as possible, the earlier this injury is treated, the more successful the outcomes are likely to be.
There could be long-term problems associated with chronic pain in the heel area:
The importance of seeking appropriate care early cannot be overstated. Conservative management is highly effective when addressed promptly.
Commonly Asked Questions About Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition characterised by pain on the bottom part of the heel, caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot connecting the heel bone to the toes. The inflammation typically occurs at the point where the plantar fascia attaches to the heel bone.
Plantar fasciitis occurs due to tension/stretching or ‘pulling’ of the plantar fascia and compression of its attachment on the heel bone. It’s classified as an overuse injury that develops gradually from repetitive strain. It’s particularly common in running-based sports, dancing, and occupations requiring prolonged walking or standing.
The pain is typically worse in the morning because the plantar fascia shortens overnight. The first few steps each day are particularly tender and uncomfortable until the area warms up and adjusts to movement. This is one of the hallmark symptoms of plantar fasciitis.
Recovery time varies based on severity and how early treatment begins. The earlier this injury is treated, the more successful the outcomes. With proper conservative management including foot orthoses, stretching/strengthening, and biomechanical correction, most patients experience significant improvement within weeks to months.
Over 95% of plantar fasciitis cases resolve with conservative treatment. Surgery is not always required and only considered if the condition doesn’t improve with conservative treatments over an extended period. A surgical opinion may be necessary only in chronic cases that don’t respond to other interventions.
Your podiatrist will guide you through a return to activity program. While you may need to modify certain high-impact activities initially, the goal is to safely get you back to running, sports, and daily activities without causing further damage or re-injury.
It’s important to rule out other differential diagnoses including stress fractures in the calcaneus, tarsal tunnel syndrome, retrocalcaneal bursitis, Achilles tendon issues, and systemic inflammatory diseases. This is why accurate diagnosis through physical examination and radiological imaging is essential.
Footwear assessment and orthoses are important in the successful treatment of plantar fasciitis. Custom orthotics correct the biomechanical anomalies that caused your injury, addressing the root cause rather than just symptoms, leading to better long-term outcomes and prevention of recurrence.
We understand that heel pain can significantly impact your daily life, whether you’re an athlete or simply trying to stay active. Our comprehensive approach combines advanced diagnostic tools with proven conservative treatments to address not just your symptoms, but the underlying biomechanical causes. We’re committed to getting you back to the activities you love as quickly and safely as possible, with strategies to prevent re-occurrence.
56 Zahel St, Carina QLD 4152
