i just got a cast off yesterday that i had on for 7 weeks. my ankle doesnt really hurt that bad at all when i walk, its just my heel, right at the back, kinda near the achelee's (not spelled right) tendon. is this b/c i havent used my foot in a while, or what?
2007-05-16 03:02:47 · 4 answers · asked by mobious_zero 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
After being in a cast for 7 weeks, assuming non weight-bearing, you will feel the pain in your heel because that is the first part of your foot you step on, with your weight. You may have inflamed the plantar fascia tendon. Start by taking Ibuprofen 800mg three times per day and do stretches to help loosen the tightness of the tendon. Hope this helps, good luck.
2007-05-16 10:00:32 · answer #1 · answered by Kandi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The muscles have weakened by being in a cast. It's going to take time to strengthen the muscles and get everything Functioning correctly. You should be in physical therapy on a daily basis after having the cast removed. Call your medical doctor and ask what can be done to help you along.
2007-05-16 10:07:37 · answer #2 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably from not moving around for a while, call your Dr. to be sure
2007-05-16 10:10:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
call your doc
2007-05-16 10:29:14 · answer #4 · answered by TRAUMA 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋