Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Greenville, SC
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment at IHP Greenville — expert acupuncture for chronic pain and musculoskeletal issues. Dr. Hendry, DAOM. Call (864) 365-6156.
Plantar fasciitis — the most common cause of heel pain, affecting over 2 million Americans annually — involves inflammation of the plantar fascia (the thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes) that produces the characteristic stabbing morning heel pain. At Integrative Health Partners, Dr. Hendry treats plantar fasciitis with a combination of acupuncture, dry needling of the plantar fascia and calf muscles (gastrocnemius, soleus — which significantly contribute to plantar tension), and functional medicine support for the inflammatory environment.
How Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Works
Plantar fasciitis treatment targets the plantar fascia insertion at the calcaneus (heel) with local acupuncture and dry needling, combined with dry needling of the gastrocnemius, soleus, and intrinsic foot muscles that increase plantar tension. Electroacupuncture provides deep stimulation of the fascial attachment. Functional medicine assessment may identify vitamin D deficiency, systemic inflammation, and biomechanical contributors.
Conditions Treated with Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Your First Appointment
Describe the character of your heel pain — when it's worst (first steps in the morning, after prolonged sitting), what aggravates it (prolonged standing, walking on hard surfaces), and how long you've had it. Bring any orthotics or specialized footwear you currently use.
Why Dr. Hendry for Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Dr. Hendry's dry needling expertise in the plantar fascia and calf muscles is directly applicable to plantar fasciitis, one of the best-evidence indications for dry needling therapy.