Get another opinion if you aren’t confident with your chiro’s plan of action.
With an ongoing issue it can take some time before you see lasting improvements.
Chipping away at piece by piece.

When there is an issue with the spine the big engines of the hip and shoulder are not able to operate properly.
Tough to compare the 2 situations you mention. Very different things can be going on with each.
Are there still issues with the soft tissue of the foot and calf?
May be time to reassess the soft tissue work you are doing.
Check this episode
Pro Episode # 21 – Pro-User Request Friday: Not Seeing The Change? You Need a Systems Approach.

Seeing a PT can answer the question if the cause of the issue is with the joint.
Flying to California doesn’t necessarily mean you will schedule an appoint with Kelly.
SFCF/Mobiltiy WOD has a great staff who see patients in person as well as online consultations.
Have you checked the MWod List to see if there is someone in your area?