How to Cure Heel Pain
Curing heel pain is essential to your well-being. If your heel hurts, it can effect everything from your posture to your daily activities. There can be many reasons why your heel hurts and I'll explore some of them here. Here's how you can cure heel pain:
Instructions
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First, go to the doctor. You need to have the doctor examine your foot, take x-rays and perform diagnostic tests to rule out any serious injuries. If the doctor cannot find anything wrong with your foot, chances are you have an acute foot injury with heel pain and swelling.
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Figure out what is causing the heel pain. Are your shoes too tight or too high? Do you wear the same shoes all the time? Did you fall on something or bump your heel against something? Do you put your feet flat on the floor when you're standing in place? Answering these questions are crucial to figuring out why the heel pain exists. Once you figure out the cause, avoid that activity in the future.
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Ice the heel. This is the BEST remedy because it is a direct treatment, reduces heel pain immediately and promotes faster healing. Ice your heel for 20 minutes, three times a day for best pain relief results.
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Take ibuprofen. Ibuprofen will help reduce heel pain and swelling from the inside (ice treats it from the outside). Any ibuprofen on the market will do. I prefer Advil over other brands.
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Get some rest. Stay off your feet for a few days until the heel pain goes away.
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Tips & Warnings
After the swelling is removed from the heel, alternate ice and heat on the area.
If you still have heel pain after following the steps above, you need to visit your doctor again or seek a second opinion from another doctor.
Talk to your doctor about getting foot orthotics. Along with the steps listed above, a foot orthotic can take the pressure off the injured area and promote faster healing.
Always consult your doctor before starting any pain treatment program or taking over the counter medication for ailments.
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