| sense of touch and sight• Plantar fasciitis causes pain in the bottom of the heel | Wear supportive shoes with good arch support, and replace your athletic footwear regularly |
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| , such as ibuprofen Motrin or and , may soothe pain in the ligament | Gastrocnemius recession surgery can also cause nerve damage |
balance An or an MRI scan may be necessary to check that nothing else is causing your heel pain, such as a bone fracture.
23| Tight , which are the tendons attaching your calf muscles to your heels, may also result in plantar fascia pain | You can also try reducing or changing your exercise activities |
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| Still, some studies suggest that using essential oils may reduce pain and inflammation for certain conditions | Plantar fasciitis and bone spurs |
You can use zinc oxide tape or kinesiology tape.
| Home treatments Initial home treatment includes staying off your feet and applying ice for 15 to 20 minutes, three or four times per day to reduce swelling | Making a few lifestyle changes may help you avoid plantar fasciitis |
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| Stretching your calves and the plantar fascia itself helps loosen your muscles and reduce heel pain | Remember to stretch before beginning your workouts, too |
Swimming and other low-impact activities can let you exercise without worsening your heel pain.
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