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Are there any ointment you recommend for sore tendons in my foot?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Mineral ice: Ben-gay all usually feel good for sore muscles.....Epsom salt baths help. Massage is useful as well. Consider an antiinflammatory medication like Motrin or alleve if no contraindication.

Dr Maes and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/27/2017

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Sore tendons: All god ideas by Dr Kass . If this is a recurrent problem , however , see your podiatrist for an evaluation as to why it is occurring

Answered 8/13/2014

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A member asked:

Are there any ointment you recommend for sore tendons in my foot?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Dr Maes and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

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