Still Limping After Months of 'Just Rest It'?
The Stretch-and-Rest Trap
Cortisone Only Masks the Pain
Activity Shouldn't Be the Enemy
Why Springfield Chooses 417 Performance for Heel Pain
We built 417 Performance for the active adult who refuses to be told to 'wait it out.' Every visit is a full 60-minute, one-on-one session with the same doctor — no aides, no double-booking, no rushed adjustments. We start with a movement-based assessment to understand the root cause of your plantar fasciitis, then combine hands-on care with progressive corrective exercise so the results actually stick. Our goal is to make you self-sufficient, not dependent on us.
- Shockwave therapy (ESWT) + dry needling targeting the actual tissue breakdown — not just the symptoms
- Structured 3-phase care model: Pain Relief → Building Resilience → Return to Performance
- Flat-rate, all-inclusive self-pay pricing with HSA/FSA accepted and no surprise upcharges
A Clear Path From Heel Pain to Full Performance
Step 1: Find the Root Cause
Step 2: Rebuild the Tissue
Step 3: Return to Your Sport
Plantar Fasciitis & Foot Pain We Treat in Springfield
Plantar fasciitis is our specialty, but chronic heel pain rarely travels alone. We also treat the connected conditions that fuel it — or that show up when you compensate around the pain. If you've been searching for plantar fasciitis treatment near me and want real answers, we treat these lower extremity conditions every day.
- Achilles Tendinopathy — chronic stiffness and pain at the back of the heel that worsens with running and jumping
- Ankle Sprains & Instability — incomplete rehab that leaves joints weak, restricted, and prone to re-injury
- Shin Splints, Runner's Knee & IT Band Syndrome — overuse injuries driven by poor load management and movement dysfunction
Real Results From Springfield Patients
"After one full session with dry needling and movement, my hip pain was significantly less the very next day. You can tell they care about educating their clients, not just 'treating' symptoms."
Kelsey Watters
"I've been having the same issues for over 10 years without any clear path forward. Every session has eased pain further while also giving me more tools to move into a place of self-sufficiency."
Andrea Donohue
"Dr. Cole literally changed my life! After two years of struggling with pain following knee replacement, he got back to the very basics of movement. He is kind and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!"
Amy Smith
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Dr. Anthony Cole Bolin II
D.C.
Sports Chiropractic
A local kid, growing up in right here in southwest Missouri, Cole Bolin surrounded himself with competitive environments both through playing sports, and going to the drag racing track in Rogersville with his dad. Early in his youth, Cole found his passion for athletics that caused his competitive nature to thrive. Through the various sports he played in high-school and college, he developed an obsession for improving human performance. As a Track and Field athlete at Drury University, he discovered the power chiropractic and sports medicine had in improving his own individual performance and decided he wanted to share the experiences and knowledge he gained to help others achieve their goals as well
Upon receiving his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology from Drury University, and working in the Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Surgery departments for Mercy Hospitals in Springfield and Ozark, Cole Bolin continued his educational career at Logan University in St. Louis, Missouri, where he received his Doctorate of Chiropractic. Dr. Cole Bolin opened 417 Performance Chiropractic and Sports Rehabilitation in Springfield in early 2023.
Throughout his career, Dr. Bolin has worked with hundreds of athletes at all levels, recreational, collegiate, and professional. Dr. Bolin takes pride in helping his patients get back to their respective sports, pain free, and feeling better than they had pre-injury.
Despite formal education being completed Dr. Bolin continues to further sharpen his skills completing courses and certification in techniques like McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stability, Advanced Dry Needling, and Functional Movement Systems.
Cole is also an avid member of #ChiefsKindom
(How ‘bout those CHIEFS?!)
Dr. Na'Kea Shepherd
D.C.
Sports Chiropractic
Born and raised in Northeast Missouri, Na’Kea Shepherd developed a passion for athletics at an early age, excelling in competitive sports like gymnastics, softball, and track. Her dedication to performance and perseverance as a multi-sport athlete fueled her desire to understand the human body and its incredible capacity for recovery and peak performance.
As a collegiate Track and Field athlete at Truman State University, Na’Kea’s interest in sports medicine was ignited. Experiencing firsthand the benefits of sports chiropractic care, she became committed to helping others recover from injury and achieve their athletic potential.
After earning her Bachelor’s of Science in Public Health Education from Truman State University, Na’Kea advanced her studies at Logan University, where she honed her skills in rehabilitation, injury prevention, and functional movement techniques. Her training uniquely equips her to blend evidence-based therapeutic methods with a personalized, holistic approach to patient care.
Over the years, Na’Kea has worked with a wide range of clients, from collegiate athletes pushing the limits of performance to weekend warriors looking to regain their active lifestyle. Her philosophy centers around treating the whole person, not just the injury—ensuring her patients return to their best selves stronger, more resilient, and empowered to continue doing what they love.
Visit 417 Performance in Springfield, MO
Just 15 minutes from Downtown Springfield — head south on S Campbell Ave via W Grand St and you'll find us near Liberty Commons Shopping Center and Village Shopping Center, both just north of our location on S Campbell Ave. Look for Suite 132 at 4728 S Campbell Ave.
4728 S Campbell Ave Suite 132, Springfield, MOPlantar Fasciitis FAQs
Answers to the questions Springfield patients ask us most before their first visit.
We combine multiple evidence-based modalities — shockwave therapy (ESWT), dry needling, IASTM/Graston, manual therapy, and progressive corrective exercise — in a single 60-minute, one-on-one session. Most clinics offer one or two of these tools. We use all of them together in a structured three-phase plan: Pain Relief, Building Resilience, and Return to Performance. You'll also work with the same doctor every visit — no aides, no handoffs.
No. Missouri allows direct access to chiropractic care, so you can book directly without a physician referral. You can also start with a free 15-minute Discovery Call to discuss your history and goals before committing to a full appointment.
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy uses high-energy acoustic waves to stimulate healing in the chronic, degenerated tissue of the plantar fascia. It promotes new blood vessel growth, breaks down calcifications, and triggers the body's natural repair process — often delivering significant relief in 3–5 sessions for patients who haven't responded to stretching, orthotics, or injections.
417 Performance is a self-pay clinic with transparent, all-inclusive flat-rate pricing — no per-technique upcharges, no surprise bills. We accept HSA and FSA cards, offer payment plan options, and provide superbills for patients who want to seek out-of-network reimbursement from their insurance provider. Call us or book a Discovery Call for current pricing.
Recovery timelines vary depending on how long you've had the condition, your activity level, and how consistently you complete your home exercise program. Many patients feel meaningful improvement within the first 2–3 visits. Our goal is always to get you moving confidently as quickly as possible — and to give you the tools to manage your body independently when care ends.
Yes — in fact, most of the patients we see have already been through that cycle. Orthotics and stretching address symptoms, not root causes. Cortisone can reduce short-term inflammation but doesn't repair tissue or correct movement dysfunction. Our movement-based assessment identifies the biomechanical factors driving your plantar fascia breakdown, which is often the missing piece.
