& Exercise

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For plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis, my orthopaedist recommends

freezing a 20 oz. bottle of water then using it as a roller beneath the foot.

(Just lay it on the floor and roll it to and fro with your foot.) A gentle

pushing and pulling action will stretch your muscles and the coldness will

soothe the pain while you exercise. (He suggests 15-20 minute

stretching-sessions with at least 30 minutes rest between each.)

Anti-inflammatories such as Ketoprofen or ibuprofen (both OTC) or Relafen

(prescription) may be helpful and you may also need to wear straight-last shoes

with an orthotic to prevent overpronation.

Check out the following website: http://www.drkiper.com/exercises.asp. This

site advertises specific products (for which I have no endorsement), but the

good, basic explanation of your condition(s) and stretching information

contained there are excellent.

I hope this helps you. Feel better!

Best regards and greetings to everyone at RISG!

(NC)