Ankle and Foot Pain

Move With Confidence From the Ground Up

Your feet and ankles are the foundation of nearly every movement you make—so when they hurt, your entire body can feel the effects. Whether you’re dealing with a sprain, plantar fasciitis, or stiffness that throws off your stride, our team at Active Life Chiropractic is here to help you rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence from the ground up.

We work with everyone from runners and athletes to active kids and postpartum women—using a whole-body approach to resolve pain, improve movement, and prevent future injury.

Ankle & Foot Treatments in Rapid City, SD

Our Foot & Ankle Treatment Approach

At Active Life Chiropractic, our approach to foot and ankle pain focuses on both relieving discomfort and restoring full-body function. We use gentle, precise chiropractic adjustments to the foot, ankle, knee, and pelvis to improve mobility and alignment, often addressing the root cause of instability or dysfunction. Soft tissue therapy—both hands-on and tool-assisted—targets tight areas like the calves, plantar fascia, and foot muscles to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and increase flexibility. We also incorporate rehab exercises to retrain foot mechanics, boost balance, and strengthen the connection between the foot, ankle, and hips. This approach is especially effective for athletes, growing kids, individuals who have had a foot and ankle injury.

Common Foot & Ankle Conditions We Treat

At Active Life Chiropractic, we assess not just the site of pain, but the chain of movement that affects it. Many foot and ankle issues are rooted in poor mechanics in the hips, knees, or core.

We commonly treat:

  • Ankle sprains and instability
    For athletes, kids, and anyone who’s rolled an ankle more than once.

  • Plantar fasciitis and arch pain
    Often caused by poor foot mechanics or decreased hip/core stability.

  • Achilles tendinopathy
    Linked to overuse, poor load tolerance, or improper rehab.

  • Flat feet or high arches
    Affecting gait mechanics and load distribution throughout the body.

  • Shin splints and growing pains
    Especially common in youth athletes and kids during growth spurts.

  • Pregnancy and postpartum foot changes
    Hormonal and postural shifts can lead to new pain or instability.

Why Choose Active Life Chiropractic for Foot & Ankle Pain?

  • We treat the whole body—not just the pain site

  • We integrate joint manipulation, manual therapy, and rehab for long-term results

  • We understand the demands of sport, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and pediatric growth

  • We help you return to running, training, parenting, and playing pain-free

Let’s Help You Get Back on Solid Ground

If your foot or ankle pain is slowing you down, it’s time to get real answers and personalized care. At Active Life Chiropractic, we’re here to help you move with stability, comfort, and confidence again.