Foot pain can be distracting and keep you from doing simple things like walking or working out. There are many causes for foot pain, and one of the more common causes is that of tendonitis. This problem can cause inflammation and pain, making it difficult to walk, and the pain can even keep you up at night when you flex your feet. Unlike some other conditions, it’s easy to treat tendonitis from home without needing to visit a podiatrist.
However, if your feet do not get better after a few days of home treatment, it is wise to seek medical help to make sure your pain isn’t a sign of something more serious. This blog is going to explore what tendonitis is, the symptoms, and treatments you can do from the comfort of your home.
What is Tendonitis?
Tendonitis is the inflammation of the tendons in your feet causing pain and lack of mobility. Tendons are thick tissues that connect your muscles to your bones. It can be easy to overstretch the tendon, and you can also strain it by walking or working out. Many people experience tendonitis after they have exercised without proper shoes or if they walk long distances. Sometimes, people may believe they have sprained their ankles when it is, in fact, just tendonitis. However, if you believe your ankle is sprained, go to a doctor to be sure.
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What are the Symptoms?
The main symptoms of tendonitis are inflammation and pain. You will notice that you do not have much mobility in your foot because of the inflammation, and if you do move your foot, you can experience sharper pain. The more you move the impacted area, the more likely your foot is to swell. You can easily take NSAIDs to treat the inflammation and pain, and this may be all that you need to do. However, there are other great treatments you can use if you would rather not take NSAIDs.
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Treatments you can do from Home
Tendonitis is relatively easy to treat, and many doctors will suggest just treating the problem at home with home remedies. These are oftentimes significantly cheaper than any prescription medication or procedure. Let’s look at a few home remedies.
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- Ice your foot
When the pain starts, you can always use an ice pack. It is a good idea to use one if you notice that your foot is swelling. The ice pack can numb the pain while also cutting down on inflammation and swelling. This can help you move your foot easier and, since the swelling will be down, it will promote blood flow that helps heal injuries. Make sure to ice your foot in 15-minute intervals and take about 15 to 30 minutes between icing.
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- Massage your foot with oil
Olive oil is a natural anti-inflammatory treatment, and it can help cut down on swelling due to tendonitis. This treatment is simple, just take some olive oil and rub it on your feet. This allows you to massage your feet easier, and possibly allowing you to do a deeper massage. It will also cut down on the swelling and help promote healing in your foot.
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3.Wear Orthotic Shoes
Orthotic shoes are a great way to prevent, and treat, tendonitis. Orthotic shoes provide the support you need, and wearing orthotic athletic shoes for working out can keep your feet safe from further injury. It is always wise to make sure you research the shoes, but your podiatrist can help suggest which orthotic shoe you may need.
If you are looking for great orthotic shoes to help prevent or heal tendonitis, The Orthotic Shop is perfect for you! We have a great selection of orthotic shoes ranging in different styles as well as types. We have an amazing selection of athletic shoes including walking and running shoes. Take a look around our shop to find the perfect ones for you and don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!