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If your feet are aching by the end of a long day, you are not alone. People who have relatively active jobs must cope with sore, swollen feet after work. Fortunately, you can relieve the discomfort by following a few simple tips. 

3 Tips for Relieving Acute Foot Pain

1. Perform Simple Stretches

Stretching the muscles in the feet and ankles can relieve a considerable amount of pain and stiffness. Start with simple stretches, like sitting down and pointing your toes as far down as possible, holding them there, and then pointing them up as far as you can. You can also try a few exercises to loosen up the muscles in the feet and ankles. Examples include picking up small objects with your toes, making circles with your ankles, and rolling the bottoms of your feet over tennis balls or golf balls. 

2. Soak Feet in Epsom Salt

swollen feetYou may not want to draw a full bath every night, but your feet can still reap the benefits of a nice, long soak by filling a large bowl with warm water and Epsom salt. Epsom salt has anti-inflammatory properties, and it can provide almost instant relief for swollen feet and sore muscles. 

3. Massage & Moisturize 

After taking a shower or bath, rub lotion all over your feet, paying special attention to the areas that hurt the most. For example, use your thumb to rub under the arch and your knuckles to massage tougher areas, like the heel. For optimum effectiveness, flex your toes as you moisturize. 

 

If you want to combat sore, swollen feet once and for all, turn to Podiatry Associates of Rochester. Patients throughout Monroe County, NY, rely on the friendly team at this podiatry office for comprehensive care. Their foot specialists treat everything from sports injuries to ingrown toenails. They have three convenient locations and accept most types of insurance. To find the practice nearest you, visit their website, or call (585) 342-8700 to talk to someone at their office on 1255 Portland Avenue. 

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