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I have bursitis on bottom of my foot. i had steroid shot two weeks ago & still painful. because my job requires a lot of walking, would it be helpful for me to wear a surgical boot or shoe on that foot?

Q: i have bursitis on bottom of my foot. i had steroid shot two weeks ago & still painful. because my job requires a lot of walking, would it be helpful for me to wear a surgical boot or shoe on that foot?

: Depends which bursa and where it is located. Best person to advice is the doc treating you

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Depends which bursa and where it is located. Best person to advice is the doc treating you

Answered 5/18/2023

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

I would recommend seeing a podiatrist. If located in heel diagnosis might be incorrect. If plantar fasciitis no more than two injection of cortisone in a shot period. At 3-4 weeks apart. If fasciitis , orthotic or surgery required

Answered 5/19/2023

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A member asked:

I have bursitis on bottom of my foot. i had steroid shot two weeks ago & still painful. because my job requires a lot of walking, would it be helpful for me to wear a surgical boot or shoe on that foot?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

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