An effective, natural anti-inflammatory supplement to try is bromelain, which is an enzyme derived from fresh pineapples. You can't find this enzyme in canned pineapple, since it has been cooked and therefore destroyed. When you take it on an empty stomach, it goes right into the blood stream to treat your inflamed tissues.
Sometimes when people eat fresh pineapple, they'll notice that their tongue gets red, and they'll think they're having an allergic reaction. However, this is typically not the case. Bromelain works very quickly, often dissolving right away in your mouth, and your mouth and tongue can become irritated when the protective barrier is dissolved.
Another option for pain relief is glucosamine sulfate. Glucosamine is a popular supplement often recommended for those who have joint or arthritic pain. The heel is wrapped in connective tissue, and glucosamine works by giving your body the raw materials it needs to repair the damage tissues. It is also a great anti-inflammatory.
Topical pain relievers can be great as well at treating your symptoms, like Boswellin cream, which has natural pain relieving herbs that soak in and relieve pain faster than taking something orally. Many people feel relief within minutes.
Hot linseed oil packs work best when they are heated. Once the oil is hot, saturate a cloth in the oil and apply the cloth to your affected heel. If could also place a heating pad over the cloth to keep it warm.
When you are taking a bath, consider adding some arnica and chamomile, both herbal remedies thought to be very healing.
If you are experiencing heel pain, call our Rocky Hill or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Jeffrey S. Kahn, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
Heel Pain Doctor in CT
Podiatrist in Rocky Hill and Middletown, CT
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