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I have a "stone bruise" in my heel, accident stepping on something. was wearing shoes. have sprain ankle of same foot. can't wear brace and orthotic?

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Heal pad, ice massa: Consider heal pads , heal cups, ice massage. When we look at your medication profile and procedures there may be more going on and you need to discuss other options or diagnoses with your physician.

Answered 8/24/2014

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