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Heel pain treatment

heel pain treatment

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1) Stretching

Treatment involves regular stretching. The aim is to stretch the fascia and keep it stretched to allow it to heal to its natural length.

2) Orthotics

Specially designed heel pads provide cushioning in the shoe to protect the heel. Custom made orthoses (insoles) can also be used to decrease strain on the plantar fascia. Symptoms typically heal over weeks to months with complete healing requiring at least 6 months.

3) Alternatives

When the heel does not respond to the above approaches other methods can be used.

4) Surgery

Surgery is not used as first line treatment but may be warranted in select cases.

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