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What Could Be The Cause For Pain In The Heels In Elderly Patients?
unable to place weight on left heel, pain is about a 7 or 8, in order to walk left foot has to be on tip toe. If I have been sitting or laying down it is at it worst.After a few minutes of hobbling I can manage to limp around. Tried stretching toes back toward kneecap but doesn t seem to help. Female aged 70, normally pretty active.
Mon, 8 Jul 2019
Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to plantar fasciitis.
I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen.
I also suggest doing stretching exercises to relieve.
I also recommend using cold compresses in the area.
If the symptoms continue I suggest consulting an orthopedist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to plantar fasciitis.
I suggest using anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen.
I also suggest doing stretching exercises to relieve.
I also recommend using cold compresses in the area.
If the symptoms continue I suggest consulting an orthopedist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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