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Preventing heel pain is easy when you follow a few simple guidelines. Bu utilizing certain steps, you can ensure optimal health for you heel and foot. These steps may include:
- Wearing shoes that fit correctly and replacing them when they become worn.
- Wearing shoes that are appropriate for the activity you are performing.
- Stretching properly before you perform any type of exercise.
- Not exercising through heel pain. Stop immediately if you notice any discomfort.
- Maintain an optimal weight through proper diet and exercise.
- Avoid walking in bear feet on uneven surfaces ad on rocks.
Any pain you may feel in the foot or heel that lasts longer than a month should be addressed by a podiatric doctor. They have been uniquely trained in the diagnosis and treatment of foot conditions and can help you retain the health and strength of your feet. By following these simple guidelines, you can ease and even prevent heel pain.
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“Dr Drury,
I thought I’d drop you a note and thank you again for hanging in there with me to get over my foot issues – primarily the plantar fasciitis. I’ve got great news to report as my husband and I did an extremely difficult hike at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon a few weeks ago and my foot was fine (other muscle groups were not quite ready for the level of difficulty). The hike was 9.4 miles with major elevation changes. Over this weekend, we did a 27 mile bike ride in Valle Caldera Preserve and again the foot held up fine. It is so wonderful to be back doing the outdoor activities I enjoy.
Truthfully, I’m also be glad to be wearing my cute shoes again a few days a week.
The APC treatment was amazing, I can’t believe the success I’ve had since having the treatment last November. As you know, I went through the cortisone shots with no success and we were starting to consider surgery. The APC treatment eliminated that need.
Thank you again to you and your staff for the part you played in my recovery. I recommend you and your staff to anyone I meet having foot issues.”
Ann Swancer