Foot Heel/Ankle Pain

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Asked for Male, 60 Years

Hi Doctor, My dad is facing some bad pain issues in his right foot heel. He faces lot of trouble walking due to that. I tried oil , volini and other balms too but no help. Can you pls guide us what could be the issue ?

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Dr. Vandana Chauhan (PT)

Orthopedic Physiotherapist 18 yrs exp Noida

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If the pain increases after a long rest and becomes slightly comfortable after little walk, it can be due to plantarfascitis (a condition in which inflammation of the cushion like structure present in the heel)

Next Steps

Go to a physiotherapist.. Ultrasonic therapy +wax therapy +few stretching exercises will be helpful .

Health Tips

At home.. Rest +hot water fomentation +pain killer gel +no long standing +no hard sleepers +no walk on hard surface.

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