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Top 7 Tips for Relieving Ankle Pain

Relieve Heel Pain

By GururajPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
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Time can heal all wounds. But it takes longer to heal the heel. Perhaps the biggest mistake people make is to think that heel pain will eventually go away on its own. Sometimes they wait six months before deciding they need to visit a doctor. But unlike other parts of the body, the foot has weight, so when the heel is injured, the inflammation persists. Your heel can harm for any variety of reasons. Perhaps the most common is inflammation or tearing of the plantar fascia, a band of fibrous connective tissue that runs from the heel bone to the toes at the bottom of the foot. This condition, known as plantar fasciitis, can cause pain that spreads from the heel to other parts of the foot. When you walk or run, heel pain can range from poorly fitted shoes to biomechanical problems. Conditions such as tendinitis and rheumatoid arthritis can worsen the heel. Here are some tips you can consider adopting to relieve your heel pain.

1. Loosen up

A tight heel cord can cause pain in the heel and arch. Stretching can relieve a lot of pain and sometimes make other treatments unnecessary. It is recommended to try this exercise. Stand at arm's length off the wall. Place your fingers at the wall, shoulder-width apart. Back with your right foot, your left knee slightly bent. Volley toward the wall and drop your right heel to the floor. You will feel some traction or tightness in the back of your right calf. If this is too uncomfortable, move closer to the wall and bring your right foot up a bit. Hold the stretch for a be counted number of 10, then transfer legs. Repeat the workout in five to ten instances consistent with the leg. When you do this exercise, make sure not to bounce on your heel. You want a gradual, gentle extension. Pulling or sudden pulling can injure tissue.

2. Select Orthotics

Orthotics are custom-fitted shoe inserts that ease your heel pain and solve the problem that causes it. Some heel problems have a biomechanical origin. Because the foot is not working properly, some parts of it, such as the heel, need more work, which hurts them. The prescription orthotic given by the doctor may correct the condition.

3. Medicine with Mend

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen helps reduce inflammation. Ask your physician or pharmacist to propose one.

4. Replace them frequently

Wearing a shoe does not give your heel the support and shock absorption it needs. You should evaluate the shoe as a tire. If the tread is down or worn on one side, it's time for a new pair.

5. Go a little higher

If you have plantar fasciitis, the Heel Raiser offers some relief. This over-the-counter device at drugstores adds to your shoe and increases your heel by 1/8 to 1/4 inch. This takes some pressure off of where the plantar fascia inserts into the heel. This means that the plantar fascia should work less.

6. Run for hot and cold

Use cold therapy for the first 48 hours after the onset of heel pain. It is recommended to massage your heel with an ice cube for 5 to 7 minutes until the area is numb. You can do this three to four times a day or as needed.

7. Cushion your heel

The heel cushion provides support and protection, which relieves pain and swelling. The device is available over the counter and a prescription in drug stores. There are many varieties, from donut-shaped to cup-shaped. What kind of cushion you should use depends on the nature of your condition and other factors. For this reason, you may want to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before buying one.

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