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Had another mri of foot doctor said there is a little inflamtion of achilles but not much. he said he is stumped as to why i am in so much pain in my achilles. i asked if it could be from the calcaneal spur and he said it could be. but i am in pain eve
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Try Voltaren (diclofenac) gel: Apply voltaren (diclofenac) gel to the area of tenderness - cover the gel with Saran wrap to enhance absorption and keep the gel from being absorbed by clothing - leave the area covered for 3-4 hours/ day - should work in 3-4 days (voltaren (diclofenac) (diclofenac) gel is an anti inflammatory NSAID like celebrex) - requires a prescription.
Answered 10/6/2017
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Immobilization: You may benefit with a period of immobilization with a rigid walking boot or a cast or a brace. Have it re-evaluated and get it treated.
Answered 3/21/2014
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If you have Achilles tendonitis can te pain just throb and not go away and you not be able to put pressure on your foot without pain? I have been diagnosed with a calcaneal spur and the doctor say that te spur is what is aggrevating the Achilles but the
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A member asked:
93 y/o mom has swollen legs and feet, and now developed a small (less than dime sized) sore on the back, bottom leg about inch above Achilles heel, which seems to ooze a little.. what can she put on it to promote healing? She wont go to the doctor?
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A member asked:
I took an x ray for my left calcaneus/ heel. Finding : the calcaneus is intact. There is a tiny plantar spur. Could you guide what doctor will I see to treat my heel to stop or reduce pain.
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A member asked:
Can you have plantar fasciitis achilles tendonitis sesamoiditis all at once or can one of those conditions cause pain everywhere on foot will MRI show?
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