I suffered with back pain for years. My doctor would always prescribe me muscle relaxers and painkillers, then he would tell me to rest for a couple of days. My back pain didn't permanently go away until I started visiting a chiropractor. The chiropractor goes after the root of the problem rather than just addressing the symptoms.
2006-12-13 09:22:54
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answered by Monty 3
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Hurts like the devil doesn't it?? You are correct about the muscles being the cause. The muscle/tendons up the back of heel get tight for whatever reason. It is really common. I suffered for months until could barely stand to walk it hurt so bad all the time. You have to stretch those tendons back out. What the physical therapist had me do was several different stretches for the foot. Stand holding back of a chair and go up on toes and hold for 10 count, rest, repeat. Can sit on chair and use a belt/sash to pull the toes toward you. The main one requires the toes/front part of foot to be on an inclined plane so heel is still on the floor. Lean forward until you feel the muscles pull up the back of calf. 10 count, relax, repeat. Actually, the arch is part of problem. Dr. Scholls makes a insert for "heel pain" and I have used, did help. Possibly your shoes need better arch support or are worn down from wearing too much? There are other causes for heel pain such as heel spurs that are diagnosed by xray. And I did have a pinched nerve in lumbar that was making my right foot act up. My chiro adjusted my spine and the foot pain quit immediately! Try the exercises and consider new shoes first. If none of that helps might want to see a podiatrist (foot doc). If you are having low back pain also then find a good chiropractor to take care of both problems. Mine did
2016-03-13 06:35:44
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answered by Anonymous
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one of the least discussed problems with low back pain is the fact it is usually caused..in the most mundane cases...by hamstring issues. Weak, or underdeveloped, or tight hamstrings cause more back trouble than the sciatic nerve...they don't tell you this because it costs more to treat sciatica than to simply get your hamstrings in shape...more stretching and exercise...
At least this is how to fix 99% of the problems my track athletes have when complaining about soreness and pain in the pack...we work hamstrings...and problems generally subside in a week or so.
2006-12-13 09:22:43
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answered by silverback487 4
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okk either get the disposable back patch (dont know the name but you'll find it in the dollar store) OR put mineral ice! Both work for sure! Also, try relaxing more:)!
GOOD LUCK AND GET WELL SOON!
2006-12-13 09:20:04
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answered by Anonymous
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heating pad
2006-12-13 09:19:15
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answered by TEIRRA 4
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