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What Treatment Is Suggested For Foot Pain ?
i stand all day at work with little walking. before the day is done my feet are really hurting. it is not my heel, arch , or ball of my foot but the sides. if i wrap my hand around the sides and gently squeeze it shoots pain. i have soaked and it helps for a few hours. i massage every night there is no real lasting relief. i tried changing shoes, drinking liquids to prevent any cramping. what else can i do
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
When you first begin to notice discomfort or pain in the area, you can treat yourself with rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE). Over-the-counter medications may also be used to reduce discomfort and pain.
Rest will allow the tissues to heal by preventing any further stress to the affected area. Crutches should be used if you have difficulty putting weight on the foot.
Exercises to increase flexibility will maintain or improve the length of a muscle. Flexibility helps to make a stronger muscle and less likely to be injured.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
When you first begin to notice discomfort or pain in the area, you can treat yourself with rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE). Over-the-counter medications may also be used to reduce discomfort and pain.
Rest will allow the tissues to heal by preventing any further stress to the affected area. Crutches should be used if you have difficulty putting weight on the foot.
Exercises to increase flexibility will maintain or improve the length of a muscle. Flexibility helps to make a stronger muscle and less likely to be injured.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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