Stabbing Foot Pain
Pain - heel
Home Care
- Rest as much as possible for at least a week.
- Apply ice to the painful area. Do this at least twice a day for 10 to 15 minutes, more often in the first couple of days.
- Take acetaminophen for pain or ibuprofen for pain and inflammation.
- Wear proper-fitting shoes.
- A heel cup, felt pads in the heel area, or an orthotic device may help.
- Night splints can stretch the injured fascia and allow it to heal.
Additional steps:
- Apply moleskin to avoid pressure if you have...
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