How Can I Treat My Foot Pain?

how-to-treat-foot-pain If you are already suffering from foot pain, don’t despair. There are options available that will allow you to naturally treat your foot pain without turning to a lifetime of painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs.

Massage:

If you are suffering from muscle and joint pain in your feet and legs, massage is a great option to help relieve it. Massage increases circulation and aids recovery. It also contributes to the healing of plantar fasciitis. Massage helps joint pain by increasing blood flow to the joints and encouraging the fluid around joints to move freely again. Massage helps with bunions, in particular, by helping to dissolve any calcium deposits on the joint, which decreases the size of the bunion and relieves pain. Using essential oils to aid massage can help to boost your recovery and prevent future problems. Mix tea tree or clove oil with olive oil or coconut oil to create a massage oil that helps to reduce inflammation, as well as prevents fungal infections from growing.

Stretching:

Stretching your feet and legs can ease and prevent discomfort. It helps your joints move through their full range of motion. Stretching also increases blood flow to your muscles which enables them to work more effectively.

R.I.C.E

Rest, ice, compression, and elevation all work towards treating the problems that arise when you are on your feet all day. They all assist in reducing the swelling in your lower limbs and increasing circulation.

See a Professional:

A podiatrist is a doctor who specializes in the care of feet. They diagnose and treat conditions of the foot, ankle and related structures in the leg. If you feel that you may have a bunion, ingrown toenail, or arthritis, a podiatrist is an excellent person to see. Another good time to see a podiatrist is if you have been unsuccessful in minimizing your foot pain with natural methods and simply need more advice.