Heel Spur Treatment in Ottawa
Fast, evidence-informed relief for plantar fasciitis & calcaneal spurs with Shockwave, TECAR, and one-on-one care — in private rooms.
- Personalized plan for reducing heel pain and morning stiffness
- Return-to-walk/run guidance to pace physical activity safely
- Targeted loading to relieve heel spur pain and prevent a painful heel from flaring
Expert Heel Spur Treatment in Ottawa
At Kent Chiro‑Med Wellness Clinic, you get integrated, one‑on‑one care in private treatment rooms with extended 30‑minute sessions. Our physiotherapy + chiropractic team uses Shockwave, TECAR, manual therapy, and custom orthotics to relieve heel spur/plantar fasciitis pain, restore mobility, and prevent flare‑ups.
What is a Heel Spur?
A bone spur (calcaneal spur) is a small bony growth—essentially extra bone made of bone tissue—on the underside of the heel bone (calcaneus). On its own, a spur is often painless; pain usually comes from irritated soft tissues such as the plantar fascia where it anchors to the heel. Because spurs are bony growths and don’t typically drive symptoms by themselves, your plan focuses on tissues, movement, and progressive loading rather than “removing” the spur.
Symptoms and Causes
Symptoms
- Stabbing heel pain with first steps
- Tenderness at the bottom of the heel or back of the heel
- Achy arch along the bottom of your foot from the heel to the front
Causes (common causes of heel pain)
- Overload and stress on the plantar fascia from training spikes, hard floors, or worn shoes
- Damaged plantar fascia tissue (“heel spur syndrome”) caused by plantar fasciitis irritation
- Mechanical factors (flat feet or very high arches) are typical spur causes / heel spur causes that can cause symptoms in conditions like plantar fasciitis
- The plantar fascia connects the heel (connects the heel bone) to the toes, so irritation here can produce heel pain associated with first steps
Why it happens (risk factors)
Sudden training spikes or prolonged standing
Overpronation (collapsing arches), flat feet or very high arches
Inadequate footwear or worn‑out shoes
Limited hip/ankle mobility and weak foot intrinsic muscles
How We Diagnose
Detailed history & movement exam (foot, ankle, calf, hips)
Palpation of the plantar fascia and heel insertion
Gait and load tolerance testing
Imaging (X‑ray/ultrasound) only when needed to rule out other causes
This guide covers diagnosis and treatment, management and treatment, and the treatment options we offer in our clinic.
Comprehensive Heel Spur Treatment Options in Ottawa
We combine the right tools for your foot and activity level
We use extracorporeal shock wave therapy—a proven therapy in the treatment of stubborn cases—to stimulate healing in the treatment of chronic plantar fasciitis and chronic heel pain when loading alone hasn’t worked. Among effective treatments for plantar fasciitis, ESWT helps relieve spur pain and the pain associated with heel spurs.
A first‑in‑Ottawa technology that accelerates tissue healing, calms pain, and improves mobility — excellent for irritated fascia and calves. Often paired with manual therapy and exercise.
- Manual therapy for plantar fascia/calf (including Graston® when appropriate)
- Joint mobilization for ankle/subtalar restrictions
- Neuromuscular retraining and progressive loading of the plantar fascia
- Return‑to‑run/walk programming tailored to your goals
- Progressive loading to treat plantar fasciitis and help plantar fasciitis recover
- Footwear review and gait work to reduce heel pain associated with overload
When overpronation or arch mechanics drive your pain, custom orthotics and/or footwear changes can reduce strain on the heel and fascia.
- Therapeutic taping for activity days
- Acupuncture / dry needling to settle stubborn muscle guarding
- Night splinting and calf/plantar fascia mobility routines
Why Ottawa Residents Choose Kent Chiro-Med for Heel Spur
At Kent Chiro-Med, you get integrated, one-on-one care in private treatment rooms with extended 30-minute sessions. Our physiotherapy + chiropractic team uses Shockwave, TECAR, manual therapy, and custom orthotics to relieve heel spur/plantar fasciitis pain, restore mobility, and prevent flare-ups.
What sets us apart
Integrated care: Chiropractors and physiotherapists under one roof for seamless plans
Advanced tech: Shockwave and TECAR available in private rooms
One‑on‑one 30‑minute sessions — no open gyms
Downtown Ottawa location with evening & Saturday hours
5‑star reputation with hundreds of reviews
Female practitioner team available upon request
Patient Success Stories
FAQs
Not always. Many painless spurs exist. Pain usually stems from irritated soft tissues (plantar fascia). We treat the tissues and mechanics causing your symptoms.
No, spurs don’t always cause pain; discomfort is typically associated with plantar fasciitis and surrounding soft tissues.
You’ll feel strong tapping sensations; intensity is adjustable. Sessions are brief and typically well‑tolerated.
We’ll guide a graded return‑to‑run based on pain and load tolerance. Many runners resume easy mileage within 3–6 weeks.
They can meaningfully offload the fascia if your arch mechanics or overpronation contribute. We combine orthotics with strength and loading — the winning combo.
Absolutely. We manage plantar fasciitis daily using the same evidence‑informed blend of shockwave, TECAR, manual therapy, and progressive loading.
That’s commonly insertional Achilles tendinopathy. Our team treats it with a similar progressive loading and tech‑assisted approach.
Supportive athletic shoes (and replace your old athletic shoes regularly) reduce stress on the plantar fascia and help symptoms.
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