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• posted: Feb. 09, 2026
• Plantar Fasciitis

If you experience a sharp, stabbing sensation in your heel the moment your feet hit the floor in the morning, you are likely dealing with plantar fasciitis. This condition is Read More

• posted: Nov. 12, 2025
• Plantar Fasciitis

Foot pain can interfere with nearly every aspect of daily life, especially when it affects your first steps in the morning. One of the most common causes of heel pain Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2025
• Plantar Fasciitis

How to Recognize and Treat Plantar Fasciitis Early Foot pain can interfere with your daily activities, especially when it makes walking difficult or uncomfortable. One of the most common causes of Read More

• posted: May 20, 2025
• Plantar Fasciitis

At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, with offices in St. Joseph, Kansas City, Parkville, and Platte City, MO, Dr. Russell Grimes, Dr. Ross Bartley, and Dr. Tyler Sten specialize in Read More

• posted: Dec. 13, 2024
• Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is an unpleasant issue that causes pain in the bottom of your foot. The worst discomfort tends to be in the morning when you first take a few Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2024
• Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition that can occur over time or after an injury to the bottom of your feet. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons serving patients in Read More

• posted: Mar. 14, 2024
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

If you are experiencing stabbing, aching heel pain on the side of your foot, or running across your heel, you could have a very common condition known as plantar fasciitis. Read More

• posted: Sep. 20, 2023
• Plantar Fasciitis

Looking for ways to prevent plantar fasciitis? Dr. Ross Bartley, Dr. Russell Grimes, and Dr. Tyler Sten at Pivotal Foot & Ankle Surgeons in Independence, Kansas City, & St. Joseph, Read More

• posted: Feb. 13, 2023
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

Dealing with heel pain can be irritating and you might find that you’re unable to participate in some of your favorite activities. Heel pain can be caused by numerous issues, Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2023
• Sprained Ankle,  Podiatrist,  Plantar Fasciitis,  Achilles Tendonitis,  Stress Fractures

When it comes to your feet, it’s important that you’re doing what you can to keep them healthy and strong, since they’re so important to your daily life. There are Read More

• posted: May 19, 2022
• Podiatrist,  Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

Are you dealing with a nasty case of plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is a frustrating little problem, especially if you are someone who values their morning run or daily exercise routine. Read More

• posted: Apr. 11, 2022
• Plantar Fasciitis

Your podiatrists in St. Joseph, Kansas City, and Independence, MO, can help you get relief from plantar fasciitis If you experience a sharp pain on your heel when you wake up Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2022
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

Are you suffering from heel pain that makes you feel uncomfortable while walking or running? At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Russell Grimes, Dr. Ben Olsen, and Dr. Ross Read More