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Plantar Fasciitis in Sydney

Chiropractors treat plantar fasciitis through foot mobilisation, soft-tissue therapy, biomechanical correction of the lower limb and pelvis, and targeted stretching exercises.

499 practitioners Sydney, NSW

Chiropractors Who Treat Plantar Fasciitis

The Good Movement
Allied Health Services Sports Injury
Concord NSW 2137, NSW
5.0
78 reviews
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Posture Pain Correction
Posture Correction Allied Health Services
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
5.0
91 reviews
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Posture Correction Allied Health Services Open Saturday +10 more
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Clinic 27
Back Pain Carpal Tunnel
Sydney NSW 2000, NSW
5.0
211 reviews
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Back Pain Carpal Tunnel Headache & Migraine +6 more
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The Posture Room
Posture Correction Back Pain
Darlinghurst NSW 2010, NSW
5.0
5 reviews
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Posture Correction Back Pain Diversified Technique +11 more
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Medisport Clinic
Sports Injury Allied Health Services
Concord NSW 2137, NSW
5.0
134 reviews
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Sports Injury Allied Health Services Open Saturday +2 more
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MVP Health Randwick
Acupuncture Allied Health Services
Randwick NSW 2031, NSW
5.0
138 reviews
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Acupuncture Allied Health Services Athletes & Sports +13 more
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Neo U Fit
Sports Injury Open Saturday
West Ryde NSW 2114, NSW
5.0
33 reviews
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Sports Injury Open Saturday Open Sunday
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Spirit Chiropractic
Open Saturday Diversified Technique
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
5.0
17 reviews
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Open Saturday Diversified Technique Early Morning +3 more
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Organic Mind Body
Headache & Migraine Pediatric / Children
Manly NSW 2095, NSW
5.0
10 reviews
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Headache & Migraine Pediatric / Children Pregnancy & Prenatal
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Triumph Health
Back Pain Family-Friendly
Bankstown NSW 2200, NSW
5.0
37 reviews
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Back Pain Family-Friendly Health Fund Rebates +3 more
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Bondi Chiro
Open Saturday Back Pain
Bondi Beach NSW 2026, NSW
5.0
21 reviews
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Open Saturday Back Pain Family-Friendly +1 more
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Kai Chiropractic
Activator Method Back Pain
Sydney NSW 2000, NSW
5.0
46 reviews
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Activator Method Back Pain Diversified Technique +8 more
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Pontey John
Open Saturday Remedial Massage
Mortdale NSW 2223, NSW
5.0
3 reviews
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Open Saturday Remedial Massage
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NS Chiropractic
Open Saturday Acupuncture
North Strathfield NSW 2137, NSW
5.0
22 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Early Morning +2 more
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TLC Wellness Care
Cupping Therapy Diversified Technique
Norwest NSW 2153, NSW
5.0
4 reviews
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Cupping Therapy Diversified Technique Dry Needling +2 more
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KIRO PLUS
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Bondi Junction NSW 2022, NSW
5.0
45 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Back Pain +8 more
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Studio Chiro
Open Saturday Diversified Technique
Neutral Bay NSW 2089, NSW
5.0
17 reviews
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Open Saturday Diversified Technique
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Align Your Health
Family-Friendly Pediatric / Children
Hornsby NSW 2077, NSW
5.0
2 reviews
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Family-Friendly Pediatric / Children Pregnancy & Prenatal
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Ruttle Corey
Open Saturday Back Pain
Moorebank NSW 2170, NSW
5.0
1 reviews
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Open Saturday Back Pain Family-Friendly +2 more
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Spinal Symmetry
Spinal Decompression Open Saturday
Dee Why NSW 2099, NSW
5.0
22 reviews
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Spinal Decompression Open Saturday Family-Friendly +1 more
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Alison Griffiths
Open Saturday Female Practitioner
Campbelltown NSW 2560, NSW
5.0
2 reviews
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Open Saturday Female Practitioner Family-Friendly
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pH Clinic
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Balgowlah NSW 2093, NSW
4.9
171 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Kinesiology +1 more
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Bay Chiropractic
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Neutral Bay NSW 2089, NSW
4.9
41 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Athletes & Sports +9 more
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Hampden Health
Open Saturday Multi-Practitioner Clinic
Wahroonga NSW 2076, NSW
4.9
63 reviews
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Open Saturday Multi-Practitioner Clinic
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Spine Focus
Open Saturday Back Pain
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
4.9
192 reviews
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Open Saturday Back Pain Dry Needling +2 more
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TLC Hornsby
Athletes & Sports Back Pain
Hornsby NSW 2077, NSW
4.8
88 reviews
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Athletes & Sports Back Pain Disc Injury +20 more
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Spinal & Sports Care
Sports Injury Spinal Decompression
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
4.8
56 reviews
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Sports Injury Spinal Decompression Allied Health Services +9 more
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Peak Health Centre
Allied Health Services Sports Injury
Green Valley NSW 2168, NSW
4.8
87 reviews
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Allied Health Services Sports Injury Open Saturday +4 more
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Spectrum Healthcare
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
North Ryde NSW 2113, NSW
4.8
109 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Athletes & Sports +11 more
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Chiro Centre
Open Saturday Arthritis
North Sydney NSW 2060, NSW
4.7
13 reviews
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Open Saturday Arthritis Back Pain +11 more
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Bondi Doctors
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Bondi Beach NSW 2026, NSW
4.7
1053 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Open Sunday +2 more
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Norwest Wellness
Open Saturday Activator Method
Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, NSW
4.7
32 reviews
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Open Saturday Activator Method Applied Kinesiology +7 more
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Brain Hub
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Gladesville NSW 2111, NSW
4.6
18 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Headache & Migraine +1 more
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Hills Spinal Health
Applied Kinesiology Athletes & Sports
Castle Hill NSW 2154, NSW
4.6
50 reviews
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Applied Kinesiology Athletes & Sports Back Pain +13 more
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Neurotronics
Allied Health Services Back Pain
Randwick NSW 2031, NSW
3.0
2 reviews
Allied Health Services Back Pain Neck Pain
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About Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain in Australia, characterised by sharp pain on the bottom of the foot near the heel, particularly with the first steps in the morning. The plantar fascia is a thick band of connective tissue that runs from the heel bone to the toes, supporting the arch of the foot. Inflammation and microtears in this tissue lead to the characteristic stabbing pain that can become debilitating if not properly treated.

While plantar fasciitis is traditionally managed by podiatrists, chiropractors offer a valuable biomechanical perspective that addresses not just the foot but the entire kinetic chain. Your chiropractor will assess foot mechanics, ankle mobility, knee alignment, hip function, and pelvic balance to identify the upstream factors contributing to your plantar fasciitis. Treatment may include foot and ankle joint mobilisation, soft-tissue therapy using techniques such as Graston or Active Release Technique on the plantar fascia and calf muscles, pelvic and lumbar adjustments to correct biomechanical imbalances, and specific stretching and strengthening exercises. Research in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Research supports manual therapy as part of a multimodal approach to plantar fasciitis management.

Your chiropractor may also recommend appropriate footwear, taping techniques, and may coordinate with a podiatrist regarding custom orthotics if needed. Night splints and ice massage are commonly recommended for home management. Most cases of plantar fasciitis resolve within 6 to 12 months with consistent conservative care, and many patients experience significant improvement much sooner.

Plantar Fasciitis FAQs

Can a chiropractor treat plantar fasciitis?

Yes. Chiropractors can effectively treat plantar fasciitis by addressing not only the foot but also the biomechanical factors in the ankle, knee, hip, and pelvis that may be contributing to the condition. Treatment includes foot mobilisation, soft-tissue therapy, and corrective exercises.

Why does my heel hurt first thing in the morning?

During sleep, the plantar fascia contracts and tightens. When you take your first steps in the morning, the sudden stretching of this tight, inflamed tissue causes sharp pain. This is the hallmark symptom of plantar fasciitis and typically improves after a few minutes of walking.

How long does plantar fasciitis take to heal?

With consistent treatment including chiropractic care, stretching, and appropriate footwear, many patients notice significant improvement within 6 to 8 weeks. Complete resolution typically occurs within 3 to 6 months, though some cases may take up to 12 months.