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Good posture depends on a solid base. If there’s a problem in the foot, a person may throw off their whole musculoskeletal alignment trying to compensate for it. At ChiroCareLA.com, our chiropractic practitioners offer a variety of soft tissue treatments for plantar fasciitis, which is swelling in the connective tissue at the bottom of the foot. But sometimes, foot pain has a simpler explanation, which is why we want to talk about avoiding foot cramps.   Foot cramps occur when the muscles in the feet tighten suddenly, usually while a person is lying down. They often occur when the muscle is fatigued from overuse or getting inadequate nutrition. While staying hydrated and getting plenty of potassium are important for preventing muscle cramps, if the foot has inadequate blood supply, necessary nutrients may not be reaching it. A patient may be able to correct this by wearing shoes that aren’t as tight and that don’t force their foot forward.   In the moment a cramp occurs, a person may b...

You may have known that plantar fasciitis causes a lot of people to suffer heel pain. But you may not have known that your Glendale chiropractor can treat it. At ChiroCareLA.com, Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff utilize an array of high-tech instruments and techniques to correct musculoskeletal problems. If you’ve been suffering from foot pain, we’d be happy to give you an examination and provide treatment for it and any postural condition you may have developed as a result.   The plantar fascia is the connective tissue on the bottom of the foot that runs from under the heel to the start of the toes. When it’s frayed or overly tight, you may experience a stabbing pain, especially if you’ve been lying down or active for a long time. The plantar fascia is likelier to fray in people who are older or overweight, or who have high or fallen arches or heel spurs. Runners and people who have to stand for long periods are also likelier to develop it.   Plantar fasciitis usually responds well t...