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4 Replies Last post: Jun 9, 2007 6:09 PM by RCL043  
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rented mule
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Dec 23, 2007 1:49 AM

Need help with a heel bruise

I need some advice on what to do about a heel bruise. It is actually on the back of the heel (not the bottom of the foot), just below the achilles tendon. I first noticed it about 6 weeks ago immediately after a half marathon. It seems to bother me a little more each week - I have been able to run on it but have recently begun to favor it while running. Also, I just started soaking it a couple of times a day in ice water and that doesn't seem to help much beyond an hour or so. So.....I'm all ears!


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1. Jun 8, 2007 8:32 AM in response to: rented mule
Re: Need help with a heel bruise
.........most running injuries are due to the ''Too's''......

.........too far
...........too fast
............too hard of a surface

.........if you can identify which one it is, change that part and you should get some relief........

............hope you feel better............
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2. Dec 23, 2007 1:49 AM in response to: rented mule
Re: Need help with a heel bruise
Let me guess...it hurts like **** first thing in the morning and loosens up after walking around a bit. Sounds like your planter fascia. If you don't relieve the tension on the PF, you'll run the risk of developing a bone spur at this location. It's the body's repair reaction. Make sure you have adequate arch support in your shoes. I would even consider taping (see link). Ice and anti-inflamatories after run. This is a slow healing injury, but shouldn't stop you completely. Just be patient. Good luck.

http://www.heel-that-pain.com/plantar_fascia/plantar_fascia_taping.php[/URL" target="_blank">

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rented mule
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3. Jun 9, 2007 11:24 AM in response to: rented mule
Re: Need help with a heel bruise
Thanks roostertrax. I'm going to order some of those HTP heel seats - it sounds like that's the problem. I am concerned about the development of a bone spur and, you're right - it does hurt worse when waking up in the morning. I appreciate your help - now I have some direction to go.
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RCL043
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4. Jun 9, 2007 6:09 PM in response to: rented mule
Re: Need help with a heel bruise
Think about seeing a doctor: I had what I thought was just a heel bruise two years ago, and it turned out that I had done some damge to the bone and ended up in a boot for three weeks.
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