A 40-year-old member asked:
what do you suggest if i have a sharp pain in back of my foot, above the heel?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
28 years experience Podiatry
Sounds like : Achilles tendonitis. If it is, you may want to try a small heel lift, eccentric excercises and ice or epost salt soaks in warm water.
Answered on Aug 30, 2018
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Walk on your hands: Not really, see a podiatrist for evaluation
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