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Foot pain in heel and arch
I have constant pain in the heel and arch of my foot. A physiotherapist diagnosed it as plantar fasciitis. I did physiotherapist sessions for a month, still no improvement. What should I do
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Dr. Ameet Thakkar
General Physician
34 yrs exp
Mumbai
Initial treatment
Rest your feet.
To reduce inflammation and relieve pain, put ice on your heel.
Wear shoes with good shock absorption and the right arch support for your foot.
Try heel cups or shoe inserts (orthotics ) to help cushion your heel.
Put on your shoes as soon as you get out of bed.
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