How to treat heel spur pain? - #1082

when dealing with heel pain from plantar fasciitis, it can feel like a stubborn trial. Especially when you’ve already tried so many things. Ayurveda offers some strategies that might add a different angle to your healing journey. First off, let's think about your doshas – typically, Vata imbalance tends to aggravate this kind of pain. You might wanna make sure you're staying warm and balanced. Rethinking your diet, try including anti-inflammatory foods. Turmeric is a good friend here—add a pinch of turmeric powder to warm milk or water daily. It boosts the digestive fire, which in Ayurveda, can support reducing inflammation. Uh, ginger tea can be soothing too, sip it through the day. Massage might be your ally. Abhyanga, self-massage with warm sesame oil, could help. Warm the oil slightly and massage your feet daily, especially the heel area, in gentle, circular motions. Could do that at the start of your day or before sleeping. And then there's footwear – shoes and sandals with firm arch support are a must. Maybe look into foot padding or orthotic inserts, if you haven’t tried that route yet. Physical cushioning can make a difference. On the exercise front, stick to gentler movements instead. Stretching your calves can help ease tension on the plantar fascia. Stand on the edge of a step, let your heels drop down (support balance with handrails!), and hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds. Practicing small rounds of focus on pranayama (breathwork) such as Nadi Shodhana can be of help. It calms Vata, reduces stress levels, and indirectly, that can ease the pain. And I know you've rested, but pacing still matters—alternate between activity levels, not giving too long for the pain to set in. If nothing changes after a bit, though, consider checking in with your doc again, just in case. Leading a balanced life involves healing from all angles, so hope these insights guide you back to comfort!