Plantar Fasciitis Chiropractor in Loveland, CO
That stabbing heel pain with your first steps in the morning has a lot of contributors. We look at the foot, the ankle and everything above it.
Reviewed by Dr. Brian Flemming, DC · Last reviewed September 2026
Quick answer
Can a chiropractor help plantar fasciitis?
It can help, because heel pain usually has more than one contributor. The nerves to your feet begin in your low back, so we look at your spine, pelvis, ankle and foot, including how you walk, then use adjustments, soft-tissue work and simple exercises to take stress off the heel.
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About This Service
More Than a Sore Heel
Plantar fasciitis is irritation of the thick band of tissue under your foot that supports the arch. It's common in runners, people who stand all day and anyone who's recently upped their walking or changed shoes.
Tight calves, stiff ankles, how the foot hits the ground and how the hips and knees load the leg all play a part. We examine the whole chain, so the plan addresses why the tissue is overloaded.
- Exam of the foot, ankle, calf, knee and hip
- Walking and standing assessment
- Foot and ankle adjustments where joints are stiff
- Stretching and strengthening for the calf and arch
- Footwear and activity advice for daily life
What We See Most
Foot Problems We See
First-Step Heel Pain
Sharp pain with the first steps out of bed.
Arch Pain
Aching along the bottom of the foot.
Runner's Heel
Heel pain after runs on the Loveland trails.
Standing-All-Day Feet
Feet that ache by the end of a shift.
Tight Calves
Calves and Achilles that never quite loosen.
Stiff Ankles
Ankles that don't bend the way they used to.
Our Approach
What Care Looks Like
Care usually combines foot and ankle mobilization, work on the calf and a home routine you can do in a few minutes a day. We'll also look at footwear and training changes, because small tweaks add up.
Heel pain after a fall or jump, swelling, numbness in the foot or pain that doesn't change with any of the usual measures should be checked by a medical doctor.
We are on North Garfield Avenue in Loveland, about 15 minutes from Fort Collins and 10 from Berthoud. New here? See what to expect on your first visit and fill out your new patient forms online before you come in. Every care plan follows the same three phases of care. Most insurance is accepted, including Medicare; see insurance and payment, or browse every condition we care for.
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Research
What the Research Says
A few of the published studies behind how we approach this. Research describes groups of people, not a promise for any one person. Your exam tells us what applies to you.
Across seven trials, manual therapy for plantar fasciitis improved function and may reduce pain; the authors recommend combining it with stretching and strengthening.
Fraser JJ, Corbett R, Donner C, et al. Does manual therapy improve pain and function in patients with plantar fasciitis? A systematic review. J Man Manip Ther, 2018 · systematic review.
In 60 patients with plantar heel pain, adding trigger point manual therapy to self-stretching improved function and pain more than stretching alone in the short term.
Renan-Ordine R, Alburquerque-SendÃn F, de Souza DP, et al. Effectiveness of myofascial trigger point manual therapy combined with a self-stretching protocol for the management of plantar heel pain: a randomized controlled trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 2011 · RCT.
In 60 patients with plantar heel pain, manual therapy plus exercise outperformed electrical modalities plus exercise at 4 weeks and 6 months.
Cleland JA, Abbott JH, Kidd MO, et al. Manual physical therapy and exercise versus electrophysical agents and exercise in the management of plantar heel pain: a multicenter randomized clinical trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther, 2009 · RCT.
Common Questions
Questions Patients Ask Us
Can a chiropractor help plantar fasciitis?
Chiropractic care may help by improving how the foot and ankle move and addressing the calf, knee and hip mechanics that load the heel. An exam tells us whether it's a good fit.
Do chiropractors adjust feet?
Yes. Chiropractic care includes the extremities, including the foot and ankle.
How long does plantar fasciitis take to improve?
It varies. Your exam gives you specific expectations instead of a generic timeline.
Should I change my shoes?
Sometimes. We'll look at what you wear and how you use your feet day to day.
Have a different question? Read the full list of patient questions or call us at (970) 800-3486.
New Patients
Book Your Plantar Fasciitis Evaluation
Tell us how to reach you and we’ll call to get you scheduled. Prefer to talk now? Call us at (970) 800-3486.
New Patient Special — $59
$315 value
- Consultation with the Doctor
- Orthopedic and Neurological Exam
- Specialized Report of Findings
Terms of This Offer
This discounted service cannot be submitted for third-party reimbursement and is not reimbursable for cash. Not valid with Medicare, workers’ compensation, or personal injury / auto accident claims. Must mention this special when contacting us to receive the rate.
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You have put this off long enough. One thorough exam tells you what is actually going on and what it will take to fix it. Call us or send a request — we will get you in.