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Tired feet are a common complaint for most people, especially those who have to stand for long periods of time or walk long distances. If you just got home from work or you’re done exercising for the day, you’re probably looking for some relief. Read through these tips and tricks to learn how you can soothe your tired feet to feel better almost instantly.
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Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow do I get my feet to stop aching?Catherine Cheung, DPMDr. Catherine Cheung is a double board-certified Podiatrist based in San Francisco, California. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Cheung specializes in all aspects of foot and ankle care, including complex reconstruction, injury treatment, custom orthotics, bunion surgery, and all general foot and ankle issues. Dr. Cheung is affiliated with the Brown & Toland Physicians and the Sutter Medical Network. She received her BS from UCLA. She earned a DPM from the California College of Podiatric Medicine, completed her residency at the Encino Tarzana Medical Center, and completed a fellowship at the Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center. She is double board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive/Ankle Surgery.
Board Certified PodiatristMake sure that you're wearing comfortable shoes that allow for some air to pass through. If your feet tend to ache after walking or exercising, warm your feet up by massaging them a little and stretch them out before doing anything physical. When you're done, elevate your feet. You can ice them if your feet are swollen as well. Do 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off.
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- If you’re buying new shoes, try to go near the end of the day. Your feet will be swollen to their largest size so you can pick out shoes that fit correctly.[13]Thanks
References
- ↑ Catherine Cheung, DPM. Board Certified Podiatrist. Expert Interview. 21 April 2019.
- ↑ Catherine Cheung, DPM. Board Certified Podiatrist. Expert Interview. 21 April 2019.
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To soothe tired feet, try soaking your feet in a warm bath with some Epsom salts for 30 minutes, which can reduce pain and swelling. You can also lie down and elevate your feet using pillows, which can help excess blood leave your feet so they feel less swollen and sore. If you're looking for a short-term solution, try taking an over-the-counter NSAID, like ibuprofen, to reduce inflammation and pain in your feet. For more tips from our Medical co-author, like how to soothe tired feet with professional treatments, scroll down!
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