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How can i stop heel pain without going to the doctor?

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High heels: Avoid standing or walking without wearing shoes with at least a 1 inch heel.

Answered 10/30/2012

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Support and therapy: More supportive shoes and obtain good inserts for them. Stretching exercises as well as ice/heat and massage.

Answered 4/1/2019

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Dr. Adam Teichman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Orthotics,stretching: Heel pain can be caused by many things. I would reccmend stretching and icing to see if that helps alleviate the pain. If symptoms improve try an orthotic. If heel pain is ignored and goes untreated it can be very difficult to treat without aggressive management. If you are suffering from heel pain seek medical attention. Visit www.Heelpainnow for more information.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Heel pain: Stretching rest, ice, compression and elevation. Otc products can help with many creams and such and medication like alieve. If pain persists i would advise to see a doctor.

Answered 4/17/2013

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Combo treatment. : If you have plantar fasciitis, and hurt most with the first few steps in the morning, the more you can do together, the better: #1: supportive shoes. #2: firm inserts or orthotics. #3: oral antiinflammatories (check with your doctor). #4: stretching your foot and calf. #5: icing (10 min at a time). You may also need physical therapy or cortisone injections, or eswt if available in your area.

Answered 3/2/2014

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