Posted by Laurel The ibuprofen is an anti-inflamatory, which helps ease the inflamation. The gel packs help to cushion the feet when you are walking on them, and of course losing weight puts less pressure on the feet. I was able to get a lot of relief from the medication & the gel packs. The weight loss came a little later & I believe has helped to avoid a relapse which often happens. I hope this helps.
on 5/19/2003, 8:31 am, in reply to "Re: plantar faciitis"
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I had this problem about two years ago, and have since recovered. I did 3 things that were really helpful after suffering (you know what I mean) for months. First I started taking 4 OTC ibuprofen every six hours, second I purchased gel pack insoles for my shoes for about $10.00, and I lost about 35 lbs.
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: Hi Elaine,
: I have the same problem as you,
: though much less severe. It
: started about 8 months ago. I
: tried wearing a custom orthotic (I
: have flat feet), but to no avail.
: My podiatrist gave me
: anti-inflammatory pills, which
: relieved half the pain for about a
: month, then their effect started
: to fade.
: I have heard that shockwave /
: ultrasound treatment and
: physiotherapy may help. When all
: fail, a cortisone needle shot
: right into the heel may be the
: last measure.
: I am also open to all suggestions on
: how to cure plantar faciatis
: without undergoing surgery or
: getting a needle shot.
: --Previous Message--
: I would like hear from people who
: have
: chronic plantar faciitis. I have
: had this condition for a year. I
: have tried everything. I unable
: to work. I am now going to see a
: neurologist. Should I go to an
: orthopaeic doctor. This condition
: is makeing walking almost
: unbearable. Any information would
: be greatly appreciated.
: Thanks
: :
:
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