Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Nevada City & Grass Valley, CA
Make your first steps and your next adventure more comfortable.
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That sharp heel pain when you get out of bed can follow you into work, walks, and the activities you enjoy. If stretching, shoe changes, or rest have not resolved it, you may need a clearer diagnosis and a more complete recovery plan.
At Sierra Spine & Fitness, Dr. Craig Roberts, DC combines a careful examination, diagnostic ultrasound when appropriate, focused and radial shockwave, and progressive rehabilitation for selected plantar fasciitis presentations. Our approach is non-surgical and does not rely on injections.
Recognize the symptoms
- Pain beneath the heel or along the inner arch
- Painful first steps in the morning
- Pain after sitting
- Discomfort with prolonged standing
- Symptoms during or after running
- Tenderness near the plantar fascia attachment
Plantar fasciitis is a common name for pain associated with the plantar fascia, the strong band of tissue along the sole of the foot. Persistent cases are sometimes called plantar fasciopathy because the problem can involve changes in tissue structure and load tolerance, not just inflammation.
A clearer picture of what is involved
Heel pain can also come from the heel fat pad, nerve irritation, a stress injury, the Achilles tendon, or another condition. Your evaluation considers symptom location, foot and ankle motion, calf strength, walking mechanics, and recent changes in activity.
Ultrasound may help assess plantar fascia thickness, appearance, and other accessible soft tissues when indicated. X-rays may be useful for selected bone-related questions. Imaging is interpreted with your examination rather than treated as the whole diagnosis.
A plan built around your foot and your goals
Consider focused and radial shockwave
Shockwave delivers acoustic or mechanical energy to selected treatment areas. It has been studied in chronic plantar fasciitis, with some trials reporting improved pain and function. Outcomes vary by patient and protocol. Focused treatment may target a localized area at a selected depth, while radial treatment can address a broader superficial region.
Address contributing movement limitations
Hands-on care, soft-tissue techniques, and foot or ankle joint mobilization may help improve relevant movement restrictions. Chiropractic care can be incorporated when the examination identifies contributing joint problems.
Build foot and calf strength
Your plan may include calf strengthening, plantar fascia loading, foot-muscle exercises, balance work, and a gradual return to longer walks or running. We help adjust footwear and activity demands while building your ability to tolerate them.
Select additional therapies thoughtfully
Laser or EMTT may be considered in appropriate cases as adjuncts to the broader plan. We explain the purpose, cost, and available evidence. These tools complement rehabilitation rather than replacing the work needed to restore strength and activity tolerance.
Non-surgical technologies, selected for your diagnosis
Delivers acoustic or mechanical energy to selected treatment areas. We assess whether it is a reasonable option for your presentation and monitor your response.
Helps assess plantar fascia thickness, appearance, and other accessible soft tissues so care is guided by your examination.
May be considered as an adjunct in appropriate cases to help manage pain and inflammation.
Electromagnetic-field therapy that may be considered as an adjunct; it complements rehabilitation rather than replacing loading work.
Care guided by advanced training
Dr. Roberts graduated summa cum laude and as valedictorian from Western States Chiropractic College. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and a Diplomate in Chiropractic Neurology, with a background in strength and conditioning. Your care connects clinical findings with the demands placed on your foot.
We assess progress through morning-step pain, walking and standing tolerance, strength, and your return to meaningful activity. The aim may be a comfortable workday, a neighborhood walk, or getting back on Nevada County trails.
Find your next step toward comfortable walking
You do not need to choose the treatment yourself. Start with a heel pain evaluation at Sierra Spine & Fitness in Nevada City, serving Grass Valley and surrounding Nevada County communities.
Plantar fasciitis — frequently asked questions
We review previous care and reassess the diagnosis, strength, activity demands, and loading plan. Orthotics and stretching may help some people, but persistent symptoms can require a broader strategy.
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You do not need to decide whether you need ultrasound, shockwave, laser, EMTT, chiropractic care, or rehabilitation. That is our job. Your first step is a thorough evaluation—let’s find your answer.
582 Searls Ave, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Monday9:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Tuesday9:00am – 1:30pm
- Wednesday9:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- ThursdayClosed
- Friday9:00am – 4:00pm
- Saturday & SundayClosed