Wrap up pain; bandage device may zap foot pain while you sleep
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Research indicates that plantar fasciitis can be cured by wearing a device while sleeping that is devised from an Ace bandage and an L-shaped fiberglass splint. The device, which any doctor can make from casting tape, maintains the foot in a stretched position during sleep, allowing the muscle to heal.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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It's official: they're a real pain
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Women need to realize that high-heel shoes can contribute to the development of osteoarthritis. Boston's Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and Harvard Medical School conducted a study on deteriorating joint conditions and will do further research on comparative heel sizes.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1998
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Get knee pain out of your game
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Treatments are suggested for minor knee pain and discomfort caused by a variety of disorders including crepitus, jumper's knee and iliotibial band sydrome. Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (the RICE method) is recommended to treat swelling.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1997
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