Westwood Plantar Fasciitis Doctor

Are you looking for a plantar fasciitis doctor in Westwood, CA?

At SoCal Sports Podiatry, we are board-certified foot and ankle physicians with eight years of experience treating plantar fasciitis in Westwood, CA.

If your first steps in the morning bring a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel, or the ache creeps back every time you stand up after sitting, you don’t have to keep working around it. Our Westwood, CA, plantar fasciitis doctors identify the cause and develop a plan to quiet the pain. Drs. Suchir Sheth and Neil Patel are board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, and they’ve spent 8 years focused on heel problems. Ask us for a visit that fits your schedule.

Plantar Fasciitis Doctor in Westwood, CA

A podiatry practice cares for the feet and ankles, from the skin and nails down to the bones, tendons, and the thick band of tissue that runs along your arch. Plantar fasciitis sits right in the middle of that work. It’s one of the most common reasons people book with a foot doctor, and once it settles in, it rarely clears up on its own. Our Westwood office sees runners, weekend hikers, teachers who are on their feet all day, and retirees who just want to walk the neighborhood without wincing.

We treat patients across Westwood and the wider West Los Angeles area. Many are active, otherwise healthy people who want a treatment plan rather than a recommendation to simply rest.  If you’ve searched for a Westwood foot doctor and only turned up generic advice, you’ll find something different here. We examine the foot, explain what’s actually happening, and treat the source of the pain rather than masking it. Some patients come to us after months of over-the-counter inserts that provided little relief. Others schedule a visit at the first sign of discomfort, hoping to address it early. Each receives the same thorough evaluation.

Plantar Fasciitis Services We Offer in Westwood

Heel pain often occurs alongside other foot conditions. The same mechanics that inflame your plantar fascia can strain nearby tendons or change how you load the rest of the foot. Here is what we treat most often at our Westwood office.

• Plantar Fasciitis. This is the stabbing heel pain that greets you on the first step out of bed. We confirm the diagnosis, rule out conditions that mimic it, and match treatment to the extent of its progression.
• Podiatry. Full foot and ankle care under one roof, from routine exams to in-office procedures. When heel pain overlaps with other problems, one podiatrist tracking everything keeps your care consistent.
• Foot Warts. These are caused by a virus that enters the skin, and they can grow deep and become painful when pressed. Removal methods depend on how stubborn the wart has become.
• Ankle Sprains. A rolled ankle that never fully healed can alter your gait and contribute to heel pain. We grade the ligament damage and support a safe return to full weight-bearing.
• Orthotics. Custom inserts relieve pressure on an inflamed heel and correct the mechanics that caused the trouble. Each pair is molded to your foot rather than pulled off a shelf.
• Flat Feet. Fallen arches add tension to the plantar fascia with every step you take. We watch how your arch behaves in motion and support it accordingly.
• Foot Wound Care. Slow-healing sores need close attention, especially for patients managing diabetes or poor circulation. We clean, dress, and monitor them to lower the risk of complications.
• Heel Spur. A bony growth on the heel bone often turns up alongside long-standing plantar fasciitis. We image the area to determine what’s driving the pain, then treat both.
• Foot Corns. Thickened skin from repeated friction makes walking uncomfortable and can hide a deeper pressure problem beneath the surface. We reduce the corn and treat the underlying source of pressure.
• Haglund’s Deformity. This bony bump at the back of the heel rubs against shoes, inflaming the surrounding tissue. We take the pressure off and talk through options if it keeps flaring.

Why Choose SoCal Sports Podiatry for Plantar Fasciitis in Westwood, CA?

Two Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeons

You see a physician here every visit. Dr. Suchir Sheth, our co-founder and president, and Dr. Neil Patel, co-founder and vice president, each trained at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and have practiced for five years since finishing residency. Both hold board certifications from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Both are members of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the American Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Sheth completed his residency at Nazareth Hospital. Dr. Patel trained at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Care That Fits Westwood

We built our practice around the people who live and work here. In practice, that means early appointments, clear explanations, and treatment plans that respect how active this community is. We accept Medicare and most PPO plans, and our staff confirms your coverage before you arrive, so your visit can stay focused on your care. Westwood leans active and health-minded, and our plans are built for people who intend to keep moving.

Understanding Plantar Fasciitis Care

Conditions We Treat and Treatment Options

Plantar fasciitis develops when the band of tissue supporting your arch takes on more strain than it can handle. Tiny tears form, the tissue inflames, and the pain follows. The foot and ankle surgeons at ACFAS describe it as one of the most common sources of heel pain, and most cases improve without surgery. Our approach to plantar fasciitis treatment starts gently and steps up only when the foot asks for it. Surgery is uncommon for this condition, and we treat it as a last resort rather than a first move.

• Stretching and short-term activity changes that take load off the heel pain while the tissue calms down.
• Custom orthotics that correct the mechanics feeding the inflammation.
• EPAT shockwave therapy, which we reach for when pain hasn’t budged with first-line care.
• Anti-inflammatory measures, and sometimes an injection, to settle a stubborn flare.
• A look at related issues like heel spurs or flat feet that keep pulling the pain back.

Footwear matters more than most people expect. Trading worn-out shoes for proper footwear is often part of the fix. And when discomfort drifts toward the back of the heel, we check for Achilles tendinopathy, which sometimes travels alongside plantar fasciitis.

What Should You Expect from Plantar Fasciitis Treatment?

• A real exam. We press on the foot, watch you walk, and check your range of motion.
• Imaging when it adds something, so we treat what is actually there.
• A diagnosis explained in clear terms, including where your case falls on the severity scale.
• A home plan you can keep up with between visits.

What Is The Typical Treatment Timeline?

• First visit. Exam, diagnosis, and the start of conservative care.
• Early weeks. Stretching, footwear changes, and orthotics, if ordered.
• Follow-up. We check your progress and adjust before small setbacks take hold.
• Persistent cases. Added steps such as shockwave therapy for heels that resist first-line care.
• Maintenance. Once the pain eases, we help you protect the foot so it stays quiet.

How long each stage lasts depends on how long you waited, how your body heals, and how consistent you are with the plan. We won’t put a fixed date on your recovery, because healing varies from one person to the next.

What Should You Bring to Your First Visit?

• Your insurance card and a photo ID.
• A list of any medications you take.
• Any imaging or records from a previous provider, if you have them.
• The shoes you wear most, so we can read the wear pattern.
• Your questions, jotted down before they slip your mind.

Expect us to spend real time with you at that first appointment. You should leave knowing what’s wrong and what happens next.

What Are Some Important California Podiatry Resources?

Trusting a diagnosis is easier when you can check the sources yourself. A few places worth knowing about:

• The Podiatric Medical Board of California, where you can verify any podiatrist’s license and disciplinary history.
• The NIH’s MedlinePlus entry on plantar fasciitis, written in plain language for patients.
• Orthopedic guidance on heel bone spurs and how they connect to heel pain.
• The California Department of Public Health, for broader health information and public licensing context.

These are starting points for your own reading. None of them replaces an exam, and nothing here should stand in for advice from a podiatrist who has looked at your foot.

Contact SoCal Sports Podiatry

If plantar fasciitis is keeping you off your feet in Westwood, we’re ready to help. The condition tends to respond best when it’s addressed early, though it remains treatable at any stage. At your consultation, we’ll examine the foot, explain what we find, and walk you through a plan you can follow. Our office keeps early hours and works to see new patients quickly. Contact us to set up a visit, or request an appointment online whenever it suits you.