06-26-2009, 08:37 AM
Heels can take a beating from a range of activities, including heavy impact exercise or wearing poorly fitted shoes.
The American Podiatric Medical Association offers these suggestions to keep heel pain in check:
Today’s Health Tips
* Take a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication to help manage pain.
* Use splints at night.
* Wear custom orthotic insoles, or similar over-the-counter products.
* Use gel supports designed to cup the heel.
* Heel pain that persists without improvement should be evaluated by a medical professional.
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The American Podiatric Medical Association offers these suggestions to keep heel pain in check:
Today’s Health Tips
* Take a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication to help manage pain.
* Use splints at night.
* Wear custom orthotic insoles, or similar over-the-counter products.
* Use gel supports designed to cup the heel.
* Heel pain that persists without improvement should be evaluated by a medical professional.
http://www.thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=184973