Re: Cortisone-how long did relief last?
Posted by Kristin on 12/13/98
Thank you for your comments, it seems to be a pattern that the more shots you have the more ineffective they become. But I do have to disagree with Bea, I was not overexercising when I got this injury (only running 10-12 miles pr week, Dr's have corrected a foot mechanics problem with orthotics) and the exercise that I am doing now is putting no stress on the area that is injured, and I am religious about stretching and icing. I do agree that resting is good, but to a certain point. I took six months off and admit began feeling quite sorry for myself. I now swim 2 times a week, and do the bike and stairmill 2-3 times pr week which puts no stress on my heel, and I'm lifting weights which is strengthening muscles that I had neglected when I was focused on my running. In recent weeks I have spoken to several people who have had PF cases that have lasted quite awhile BUT THEY DID RECOVER. In fact, one just finished the NY Marathon with a PR. But I am still interested in finding out from those who had the shots and the pain returned, if they did completely rest or do too much too soon? Thanks for your replies. Take care.
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