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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment That Finds the Real Reason Your Heel Hurts

You’ve stretched, iced, bought new insoles, and rested for weeks. But every morning that stabbing first step is still there. You’re not doing anything wrong. Your treatment just hasn’t looked far enough.

We don’t just look at your foot.

A head-to-toe assessment traces your heel pain back to the muscles, joints, and movement patterns actually driving it.

Shockwave and EMTT jumpstart real healing.

These technologies stimulate tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation, going beyond what stretching or orthotics can do alone.

You leave with lasting strength, not just short-term relief.

We coach you on grip technique and progressive strengthening so your thumb stays strong after treatment ends.

60-minute one-on-one assessment + treatment plan.

No pressure, no contracts.

Is This You?

If any of this sounds familiar, you're in the right place.

Sharp, stabbing heel pain with your first steps every morning, like stepping on broken glass

You want a real fix for the root cause, not another temporary bandaid that wears off in a few days

Pain that gets worse after standing or walking all day, making it hard to enjoy normal activities

You’ve tried insoles, night splints, cortisone shots, or physiotherapy with little lasting improvement

You’re an active person who can’t run, hike, or train the way you used to because of persistent heel pain

The Real Problem

Why Your Heel Still Hurts After "Trying Everything"

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Most people have several of these happening at once. That’s why we assess the whole chain, from your hips and core down to your heel, not just the painful spot.

OUR APPROACH

The Unpain 3-Part Plantar Fasciitis Relief Program

INITIAL VISIT

Whole-Body Root-Cause Assessment

Head-to-toe orthopedic and muscle testing: foot arch, ankle flexibility, calf tightness, hip strength, and core stability

Motion and gait analysis to identify imbalances like foot collapse or hip drop

A clear written treatment plan with transparent pricing before you commit to anything

First 3 to 6 Weeks

Pain & Inflammation Modulation

Focused shockwave to break down scar tissue and trigger cell regeneration in the fascia

EMTT to reduce inflammation and boost cellular metabolism deep in the foot and calf

Neuromodulation and manual therapy to reset nerve sensitivity and release tight muscles

Make mornings and long days on your feet tolerable, fast.

6+ Weeks and Beyond

Strength & Progressive Aftercare

Targeted strengthening for calves, foot arch muscles, hips, and core

Balance training and gait correction to prevent re-injury

Footwear guidance, home exercises, and ongoing coaching to keep the pain from returning

What To Expect

What Results Can I Expect?

Every case is different, but research and our clinical experience consistently show:

Noticeable improvement within 3 to 5 sessions (often over 3 to 6 weeks). Many patients feel meaningful relief early in the process.

Mornings without dread. Patients report getting out of bed and walking normally again, returning to runs, long shifts, and daily activities they’d been avoiding.

Long-lasting results without surgery. Studies show shockwave therapy outcomes can last months or even years, helping many patients avoid invasive procedures entirely.

Our promise: we will tell you honestly at the assessment if we don’t believe you’re a good candidate for this approach.

EVIDENCE

The Research Behind Our Approach

Shockwave therapy has been shown to significantly reduce pain in chronic plantar fasciitis compared to sham treatment across multiple clinical trials.

A major review of studies concluded shockwave can be considered an optimal conservative treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis, often succeeding where rest and injections failed.

Research shows 80 to 90% of chronic plantar fasciitis patients experience notable improvement after a course of shockwave therapy, with results lasting months to years.

One randomized trial found a 92% successful improvement rate in patients treated with shockwave therapy, comparable or better than steroid injections.

EMTT uses high-speed pulsed electromagnetic waves to reduce inflammation and boost cellular metabolism, complementing shockwave for faster tissue recovery.

Outcomes are group averages from clinical trials; individual results vary.

Plantar FasciitisFAQ

Here are answers to some of the most common questions about Plantar Fasciitis.

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YOUR NEXT STEP

Ready to See What’s Actually Driving Your Heel Pain?

Stop guessing, stop collecting random treatments, and get a plan that treats the system, not just the foot.

Initial Plantar Fasciitis AssessmentEdmonton

60-minute one-on-one session. Here’s what’s included:

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Full-body movement and strength assessment (foot, ankle, calf, hip, core)

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Identify which pain drivers matter for your case

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Review of history and imaging if available

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Clear written plan with transparent pricing before you commit

No referral needed. No obligation to continue beyond the first visit.

No pressure, no contracts.

We will tell you honestly at the assessment if we don't believe you're a good candidate for this approach. If your condition needs something different, we'll refer you directly.

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