Dr Kanniraj Marimuthu Apollo Hospitals - Best Ortho Surgeon in Chennai
3 years ago
Heel Pain
Resting and avoiding running, standing for a long time and walking on hard surfaces may help to relieve heel pain. Applying ice for up to 20 minutes, 3 times a day and using heel cups or wedges in shoes may also help.
SEEKING MEDICAL CARE
See a doctor immediately if you
Have severe pain and swelling
Develop pain after an injury
Can't flex or bend your foot downward
Can't walk comfortably
Develop a fever along with heel numbness or tingling
Make an appointment to see a doctor if you
Feel heel pain while at rest
Have pain that persists or worsens over a few weeks or more despite self-treatment
Struggle to work or do daily task.
Resting and avoiding running, standing for a long time and walking on hard surfaces may help to relieve heel pain. Applying ice for up to 20 minutes, 3 times a day and using heel cups or wedges in shoes may also help.
SEEKING MEDICAL CARE
See a doctor immediately if you
Have severe pain and swelling
Develop pain after an injury
Can't flex or bend your foot downward
Can't walk comfortably
Develop a fever along with heel numbness or tingling
Make an appointment to see a doctor if you
Feel heel pain while at rest
Have pain that persists or worsens over a few weeks or more despite self-treatment
Struggle to work or do daily task.
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