We think its called plantar fasciitis.
it hurts him to run and walk sometimes
2006-11-01 03:27:05 · 8 answers · asked by Chloe C 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Sure, type like a normal human being. And ask a doctor about it. I'm sure there aren't that many docs on yahoo right now because, well, they're all at work.
2006-11-01 03:29:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
Hi,
I got diagnosed with acute plantar fasciitis yesterday. I've had it quite bad for a while, then really bad this weekend that I couldn't walk. No running for me for a while :(
Get you brother to go to the doctors and get properly diagnosed.
I got given antinflammatory tablets, painkillers and inbroprufen gel, and a fact sheet -
rest until pain subsides
stretch achilles tendon before getting out of bed in morning (and a list of suggested exercises)
cold compress 3-4 times per day
get well fitting cushioned shoes
lose any excess weight.
Hope this helps, and your brother makes a speedy recovery.
Ezoo
2006-11-01 11:43:29 · answer #2 · answered by ezoo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Footwear is the key !
Keep off all footwear at home if possible, then use heavily cushioned footwear when working etc. Try footcare section in pharmacy and you'll see some soft, silicone gel heel pads which work well - It takes time.
Lastly a cortisone injection can help.
2006-11-01 11:36:39 · answer #3 · answered by medicine man 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well-fitting, supportive shoes, ice, ibuprofen and stretching the foot. It will take quite a while to heel, depending on how much he runs and walks. Instead of running, maybe he should just walk for now.
2006-11-01 22:10:05 · answer #4 · answered by Ceci 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I had it I found I flat shoes particularly aggravated it. I bought bath sponges and cut a thick wedge to put inside each shoe under that heel. Nobody else knew it was there and was a lot more comfortable. Also soaked foot in epsom salts. They both helped.
2006-11-01 11:33:34 · answer #5 · answered by toaster 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try putting foam blocks in the heel of the shoe it will relieve some of the pressure
2006-11-01 11:29:14 · answer #6 · answered by Jane S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to Webmd.com and type it in the search box. They have some exercises that will help his PF.
2006-11-01 11:36:28 · answer #7 · answered by AzOasis8 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
he needs to got to the doctor
2006-11-01 11:29:13 · answer #8 · answered by CeKaye L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old is your brother? when is the pain most apperent ie, in the morning when he gets up???
2006-11-01 17:24:20 · answer #9 · answered by lickle_miss_dangerous 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋