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Heels of the legs pain in the mornings.what is the problem.any medication req.

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Dr. Henry Tseng answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Plantar fasciitis : First step morning pain is the symptom of plantar fasciitis. The main ligament in the arch is inflamed from overuse or micro trauma. Causes: walking too much in shoes with poor shock absorption or abnormal gait patterns such as over pronation. Stretches can be done to lessen the tightness of the heels. Motrin 600 mg can help. Superfeet or custom orthotics are great. Cortisone shot if pain severe.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Heel pain: Do you mean heels of foot? If so the likely answer would be plantar fasciitis of which medication is just one treatment option. Others would include stretching , cortisone injection, physical therapy strapping, orthotics , night splint etc.. Consult with podiatrist.

Answered 4/30/2013

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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 12/10/2013

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