Try a warm bath, massage, or stretching to soothe aching feet.
You may also want to consider acupuncture or custom shoe inserts.
Figuring out why your feet ache can help prevent discomfort in the future.
Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin
Stretch
Contracted muscles may spasm, causing pain.
Stretching helps relieve the tightness.
To find the plantar fascia, flex your toes toward the ceiling.
Use your hands to massage this area.
Stand or sit with one foot resting on a ball.
Push down slightly as you roll your foot forward and back on the ball.
Continue for one to two minutes, then repeat on the other foot.
These shoe inserts help decrease the amount of shock, which may lessen pain.
A running specialty shop can tailor a foot support to your specific needs and anatomy.
For a custom-made orthotic, see a podiatrist (a healthcare provider who specializes in foot conditions.)
It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter products.
Get New Shoes
Ill-fitting shoescan cause pain.
Some health conditions and lifestyle changes also affect feet.
If your pain doesn’t improve with home remedies or worsens, see a healthcare provider.
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