Working With Your Podiatrist

3 Home Remedies For Heel Pain Treatment

24 November 2021

Lillian Kelley

Heel pain is a condition commonly caused by plantar fasciitis. This condition occurs when the tissue that runs from your heels to your toes becomes inflamed. The fascia becomes irritated, which causes you pain. Heel pain can also be due to tendonitis, arthritis, nerve irritation, or fractures.

This condition is common among runners or people whose work involves standing for many hours. Also, if you have overly flat or high-arched feet, you may experience heel pain frequently.

Here are three good remedies to help ease your heel pain.

1.      Stretches

To reduce heel pain, you need to stretch your calf, fascia, and surrounding muscles gently. Don't stretch forcefully if you have a severe foot injury. The injury could worsen and slow your recovery process.

As your podiatrist will likely tell you, stretching is highly effective once your heel pain becomes easier to handle. But that doesn't mean that you should completely avoid stretching before you start healing. Your podiatrist may advise that you perform stretches a few times a day, especially if you feel too much discomfort.

Examples of stretches that can help you soothe heel pain include calf stretches and foot flexes. You can speak to a reputable podiatrist if you need help understanding how these stretches work.

2.      Massage

A simple massage can help reduce heel pain. You'll need to use your thumbs to rub your heels and arches, starting from your foot's ball to the heel. You can also use a golf ball to massage your heel. Place the ball under your arch and support yourself using a stable object. Afterward, roll the ball gently in circular motions.

You can also use oils like olive and coconut to make the massage feel more comfortable. These oils will help you relieve your pain faster since they have anti-inflammatory properties. Furthermore, oils can help soften your heels.

3.      Cold Compresses

To properly perform cold therapy, you need ice. However, do not apply the ice directly to your foot. Get an ice pack from a drugstore to prevent direct contact with the ice.

During treatment, hold the ice pack over the affected area for approximately 10-20minutes. Repeat the same process a few times a day until you get the desired result.

Heel pain can sometimes be very uncomfortable and irritating. These simple remedies can help ease your pain before you see a podiatrist. But if the pain persists, ask your podiatrist for stronger solutions.

For more information, contact a podiatrist in your area.

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