How to treat postpartum heel pain

If women do not take proper care of themselves during the confinement period, they may develop heel pain, which is also called postpartum disease. When postpartum disease occurs, there are many symptoms, among which the most common is heel pain. There are many causes of heel pain. You should go to the rheumatology department for corresponding examination in time, or go to the orthopedics department for examination to see if there are some organic lesions. If not, you can take care of yourself through certain Chinese medicine. The recovery of postpartum diseases is relatively slow, but you must emphasize care at ordinary times and must carry out timely and patient treatment.

How to treat postpartum heel pain

1. Heel pain is a common disease. Diseases that cause heel pain include heel lipofibrosis, Achilles tendinitis, heel bursitis, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, calcaneal disease (osteomyelitis, tumor, osteitis deformans), talocervical arthritis, etc. The most common are the first five diseases. Therefore, it is necessary to check to determine the cause of the disease. The main treatments include medication, topical medication, massage, surgery, etc. In addition, Chinese medicine can be used for treatment after syndrome differentiation.

2. Go to the rheumatology department or orthopedics department first to check for any organic lesions.

3. You can go to the Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Chinese medicine conditioning.

4. Postpartum diseases heal slowly, so you should actively seek treatment, keep warm, and avoid overwork, and they will gradually get better.

5. Do not wear shoes with too high heels or breathable sandals. It is recommended to wear flat shoes.

6. It is recommended to supplement calcium appropriately during the confinement period and eat more calcium-rich foods, such as pork ribs soup, chicken soup, eggs, and crucian carp soup.

How to prevent postpartum disease

1. The room where the mother lives should be sunny, ventilated, and dry. Keep the air fresh and avoid a damp, cold environment.

2. Keep warm during the confinement period, especially to prevent yourself from catching wind or cold after sweating.

3. Be careful of the cold. During the postpartum period, mothers should avoid catching cold, not being blown by cold wind or drinking cold water, and not eating heavy or irritating foods. Mothers should pay special attention to avoid physical fatigue or mental stimulation.

4. Do not over-move your joints. Any slight stimulation before delivery may cause minor problems after delivery, and you should never over-move your joints in the 2-3 weeks after delivery.

5. Take postpartum tonic medicine. Postpartum tonics in traditional Chinese medicine are effective in replenishing the mother's qi and blood, helping her recover quickly after childbirth, and preventing postpartum diseases. However, they must be taken after the lochia has been discharged, and the concept of "better late than early" must be adhered to.

6. Use warm water for washing and stay away from cold water.

7. Pay attention to rest and avoid overwork. Stay calm and emotionally stable.

8. Maintain correct posture when sitting, standing, walking and sleeping.