Treat plantar fasciitis (heel pain) with these simple methods

Pain in your heels is a medical condition known as plantar fasciitis which is related to uncomforting walk. To be more specific this condition is a damage of the calcaneus which is located in the lower part of the heel and it is causing painful and uncomfortable feeling while walking.

This is how to relive plantar fasciitis pain:

Icing
Icing is most probably the best solution to this problem and you will need to use frozen bottle with water. Place the bottle on the ground and roll it with your foot (the one you feel the pain is coming from). Remember to be seated when you do this. Exercise for 10 minutes three times a day.

Slippers
You should use house cushioned slippers for morning walk around the house. These slippers are great for your heel and will make help you walk around more comfortably.

Footwear
Try to use orthopedic shoes which are suitable for your foot. These shoes should help you relieve the pain when you walk around and also it will secure your feet in order to avoid discomfort.

Plantar fascia stretch
First thing you need to do is sit down and cross the leg over the other. Pull the toes towards the shin and with your other hand hold the aching feet (on the base of the big toe). Hold this position for 10 seconds and then let go. You will know that you are doing the right thing if you feel tension under your toes.

You should also consider doing physical therapy in order to treat plantar fasciitis. Consult your specialist in order to give you the best advices on how to overcome the pain and the problem. Watch this video for more details:

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