What should I expect in my first appointment?

Your first visit will be 55 minutes and includes a comprehensive assessment of your condition, medical history, and movement patterns. Your physiotherapist will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals.

Do you accept extended health insurance?

Yes! We offer direct billing for 25+ insurance providers including Pacific Blue Cross, Manulife, Sunlife, and more. Check our full list or contact us at info@ateasephysio.ca.

How do I book an appointment?

Book online through our Jane App booking system, call us at 604-923-8323, or visit us in person at Morgan Crossing.

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

Specialized physiotherapy for plantar fasciitis and heel pain in South Surrey. Effective treatment to relieve foot pain and get you back on your feet.

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Prevalence

10% of people experience plantar fasciitis

Common Age

Most common ages 40-60

Recovery Time

6-12 weeks with treatment

Coverage

Covered by extended health

Symptoms & Causes

Common Symptoms

Sharp heel pain with first steps in the morning
Pain that improves with movement then returns
Heel pain after prolonged standing or sitting
Pain along the arch of the foot
Tenderness when pressing on the heel
Pain that worsens with barefoot walking
Stiffness in the foot and ankle
Pain that increases after (not during) activity

Common Causes

Overuse from running or walking
Tight calf muscles and Achilles tendon
Flat feet or high arches
Poor footwear choices
Sudden increase in activity levels
Standing on hard surfaces for long periods
Age-related tissue changes
Excess body weight

How We Treat Plantar Fasciitis

At At Ease Physio, we provide comprehensive treatment for plantar fasciitis using evidence-based approaches. Our treatment addresses not just the painful heel, but the entire kinetic chain including calf flexibility, ankle mobility, and hip strength. We use manual therapy to reduce tissue tension, targeted exercises to strengthen the foot and lower leg, and load management strategies to allow healing while maintaining activity. We’re located in South Surrey and White Rock, and serve patients throughout the surrounding areas.

What to Expect

Your assessment includes examination of your foot mechanics, calf flexibility, and lower limb strength. We’ll also assess your footwear and discuss your activity levels. Treatment typically includes calf and plantar fascia stretching, progressive strengthening exercises, dry needling for calf trigger points, manual therapy techniques, therapeutic taping to support the arch and reduce strain, kinesiology for functional strengthening, and corrective exercise programming to address biomechanical issues. Most patients see significant improvement within 6-8 weeks.

Our Treatment Services

Manual Therapy

Skilled hands-on techniques to restore mobility, reduce pain, and promote healing

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Dry Needling

Targeted trigger point therapy to release muscle tension and reduce pain

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Therapeutic Taping

Supportive taping to offload pain, guide posture, and enhance body awareness

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Prevention & Self-Care

Prevention Tips

Stretch calves and plantar fascia daily
Wear supportive footwear with good arch support
Replace running shoes regularly (every 500-800km)
Maintain a healthy body weight
Increase activity levels gradually (10% per week)
Avoid walking barefoot on hard surfaces
Strengthen foot and calf muscles
Take breaks from prolonged standing

When to See a Physiotherapist

Heel pain lasting more than a week
Morning heel pain is severe
Pain is affecting your daily activities
Unable to walk normally due to pain
Pain is getting progressively worse
Heel pain with swelling or bruising
Pain not responding to rest and ice
Previous plantar fasciitis is returning

Frequently Asked Questions

With proper treatment, most cases improve significantly within 6-8 weeks. However, chronic plantar fasciitis can take 3-6 months for full resolution. The key is addressing contributing factors like calf tightness and poor footwear, not just treating the symptoms. Consistency with stretching and strengthening exercises significantly speeds recovery.

Complete rest isn't usually recommended or practical. Instead, we focus on 'relative rest' - modifying activities to reduce strain while maintaining fitness. This might mean temporarily switching from running to cycling or swimming. Complete rest can actually weaken tissues and prolong recovery. We'll help you find the right balance.

Orthotics can be helpful for some patients, particularly those with flat feet or high arches. However, they're not always necessary. Research shows that stretching and strengthening exercises are the most effective treatments. We'll assess whether orthotics would benefit you and can recommend appropriate options if needed.

Yes, recurrence is common if the underlying factors aren't addressed. This is why our treatment focuses on long-term prevention - maintaining calf flexibility, foot strength, appropriate footwear, and gradual activity progression. Patients who continue their exercises and follow prevention guidelines have much lower recurrence rates.

During sleep, your foot naturally points downward, allowing the plantar fascia to shorten. When you take your first steps, the tissue is suddenly stretched, causing sharp pain. This is why morning pain is a hallmark symptom. Stretching before getting out of bed and wearing night splints can reduce morning symptoms.