Heel pain can really affect your daily life. Whether it’s from an old injury, wrong shoes, or a condition like plantar fasciitis, standing or walking with pain can be a big bother.
If your heel pain isn’t a sign of something serious, you have to deal with the discomfort. While there are good pain meds, many don’t want to rely on pills. But there are natural ways to relieve pain, especially for heel pain:
- Essential Oils
Some essential oils like lavender can help heel pain. Mix it with a carrier oil for a foot massage or add drops to a foot bath. - Ice
Icing can reduce inflammation and heel pain. Wrap crushed ice in a plastic bag and a towel, and apply to the sore area for 15 minutes. - Shoe Inserts
Comfortable shoes can ease heel pain. Many pharmacies sell orthotic inserts for more comfort and support. - Exercises
Simple stretching exercises, like pressing against a wall and walking legs backward to stretch hamstrings, can help. Do them daily to improve flexibility and balance and reduce heel pressure. - Massage
Most foot massages are easy, using thumbs to relieve arch pressure. You can also roll your feet on a golf ball for a self-massage. - Epsom Salts
Foot soaks with Epsom salts are great after a painful day. The magnesium sulfate in Epsom salts reduces inflammation, swelling, and pain. - Alkaline Diet
An alkaline diet can reduce body inflammation by neutralizing pH. Eat more fruits and veggies, and start with a daily lemon water drink. - Cayenne Pepper
Make a poultice with cayenne pepper. Mix 1 tbsp of cayenne pepper in ΒΌ cup of warm olive oil and apply to the heel. Leave for 15 minutes and rinse. Do it up to 3 times a day. - Fish Oil
Fish oils are full of omegas, good for reducing arthritis pain and muscle stiffness. You can take up to 6 grams of fish oil with at least 30% EPA/DHA daily.