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A member asked:

After having p. fasciitis for years, i got cortisone shots 3 weeks ago. made it much worse than it's ever been. will continuing to r.i.c.e. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: And call the doctor and let them know it is worse.

Answered 3/21/2014

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