Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- Ice Over-the-counter pain relievers Shoe pads Crutches or walker Pumice stone Over-the-counter wart removal medication
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Step 1
Apply ice to help with pain and swelling, especially right after any activity that makes the pain worse.
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Step 2
Elevate the foot as often as possible.
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Step 3
Take over-the-counter pain relievers, such as Tylenol or Advil.
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Step 4
Buy shoes that fit properly, and wear shoe pads and inserts to help cushion the foot.
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Step 5
Use crutches or a walker to keep weight and pressure off of the foot.
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Step 6
If you have calluses, soak the foot in warm water and use a pumice stone to remove the calluses.
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Step 7
If you have plantar warts, use an over-the-counter wart removal medication.
