Should I get a cortisone shot?

We generally try conservative care first. Cortisone can mask symptoms but doesn't fix the underlying load and tissue issues.

Do I need custom orthotics?

Sometimes — but only after a proper gait assessment. Many patients improve dramatically without orthotics.

Can I keep running while in treatment?

Often yes, with modifications. We'll dial in volume, intensity, and surface so the tissue can heal while you stay active.

How long does treatment take?

Most patients see meaningful improvement within 3–6 weeks of consistent care.

Conditions We Treat

Plantar Fasciitis

Heel and arch pain from inflammation of the plantar fascia.

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Overview

Understanding Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, affecting the thick band of tissue (the plantar fascia) that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel to the toes. When this tissue becomes overloaded, irritated, or develops fascial densifications, the result is a sharp, often debilitating pain that’s especially noticeable with the first steps of the day.

While rest and stretching can help temporarily, true resolution requires identifying the underlying drivers — calf and Achilles tightness, gait dysfunction, footwear choices, and movement patterns higher up the kinetic chain.

At FRI, we evaluate the whole system, not just the foot, and build a plan that resolves the pain and protects you from recurrence.

Recognising the Signs

Symptoms & Causes

Common Symptoms

Sharp heel pain with the first steps in the morning
Arch tightness or burning along the bottom of the foot
Pain after long periods of standing or walking
Discomfort that eases with movement, then returns after rest
Tenderness when pressing on the inside of the heel
Difficulty climbing stairs or pushing off when walking

Underlying Causes

Overuse from running, walking, or prolonged standing
Tight calves and Achilles tendon overloading the plantar fascia
Gait dysfunction and overpronation of the foot
Inadequate or worn-out footwear
Sudden changes in activity, surface, or body weight

Our Approach

How We Treat Plantar Fasciitis

Every plan is built around your individual findings and combines the most effective evidence-based methods available.

Step 01

Fascial Manipulation of the plantar fascia and posterior chain

Step 02

Comprehensive gait and postural analysis

Step 03

Joint mobilization of the foot, ankle, and lower kinetic chain

Step 04

DNS-based foot and core stabilization exercises

Step 05

Corrective exercise and progressive load management

Step 06

Footwear and orthotic guidance when appropriate

Why FR Institute

The FRI Difference

Plantar fasciitis is rarely “just” a foot problem. At FRI we evaluate the foot, ankle, hip, and core together, then combine Fascial Manipulation with gait analysis and DNS-based rehab to resolve symptoms and correct the patterns that caused them. Most patients return to full activity — including running — without injections or surgery.

2,000+

Patients Served

Doctor-Led

Specialty Care

5.0 ★

Patient Rating

95%

Success Rate

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