Treatment Options for Foot & Ankle
The best treatment for your foot and ankle pain depends on its cause. Here are a few strategies from our Hinge Health physical therapists for mild to moderate pain. Discuss your options with your provider.
Exercise therapy. Stretching and strengthening exercises can reduce foot and ankle pain and improve overall joint function.
Ice and heat. Alternate between an ice pack and heating pad every 20 minutes to reduce inflammation and relieve stiffness.
OTC medication. Pain relievers such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen can alleviate foot and ankle pain. Make sure they're safe for you to take.
Supportive shoes. Wear shoes with good arch support and cushioning to reduce stress on your feet and ankles.
Orthotics. Custom or over-the-counter shoe inserts provide additional support.
Foot and ankle soaks. Use warm water with Epsom salts to relax muscles and reduce discomfort.
Braces. These provide support and immobilization. When used for short periods, they can reduce strain and allow the area to heal.
A TENS unit. This uses gentle electrical pulses to ease pain. Hinge Health's Enso is a wearable pain relief device specially designed to reduce pain in your muscles. It's FDA-cleared; safe and effective; and small, wireless, and portable, so it's easy to use. Learn more here.
Steroid injections. For severe pain, cortisone injections into your foot or ankle can reduce inflammation and pain.
For a proven, long-term solution, check your eligibility for our free program, paid for by most employers.
Exercises for ankles and feet
Want expert care? See if you qualify for our program. →- Standing Calf Stretch
- Soleus Stretch
- Plantar Fascia Stretch
- Seated Calf Raise
Did you know?
Hinge Health members can work 1:1 with a physical therapist to get personalized exercise therapy program at home or on the go.Best of all, Hinge Health is available at $0 cost to you as it is covered by employers or health insurance plans.Treatment Options for Foot & Ankle
The best treatment for your foot and ankle pain depends on its cause. Here are a few strategies from our Hinge Health physical therapists for mild to moderate pain. Discuss your options with your provider.
Exercise therapy. Stretching and strengthening exercises can reduce foot and ankle pain and improve overall joint function.
Ice and heat. Alternate between an ice pack and heating pad every 20 minutes to reduce inflammation and relieve stiffness.
OTC medication. Pain relievers such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen can alleviate foot and ankle pain. Make sure they're safe for you to take.
Supportive shoes. Wear shoes with good arch support and cushioning to reduce stress on your feet and ankles.
Orthotics. Custom or over-the-counter shoe inserts provide additional support.
Foot and ankle soaks. Use warm water with Epsom salts to relax muscles and reduce discomfort.
Braces. These provide support and immobilization. When used for short periods, they can reduce strain and allow the area to heal.
A TENS unit. This uses gentle electrical pulses to ease pain. Hinge Health's Enso is a wearable pain relief device specially designed to reduce pain in your muscles. It's FDA-cleared; safe and effective; and small, wireless, and portable, so it's easy to use. Learn more here.
Steroid injections. For severe pain, cortisone injections into your foot or ankle can reduce inflammation and pain.
For a proven, long-term solution, check your eligibility for our free program, paid for by most employers.
Did you know?
Hinge Health members can work 1:1 with a physical therapist to get personalized exercise therapy program at home or on the go.Best of all, Hinge Health is available at $0 cost to you as it is covered by employers or health insurance plans.Exercises for ankles and feet
Want expert care? See if you qualify for our program. →- Standing Calf Stretch
- Soleus Stretch
- Plantar Fascia Stretch
- Seated Calf Raise
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