You need to stay off of your aching foot as much as possible for at least a week. Think about possible causes of the problem while you're resting and figure out how you can make some changes. Some actions that can contribute to heel spurs include:  Running too often or running on hard surfaces such as concrete Tight calf muscles Shoes with poor shock absorption Place your ice pack on your heel for 10 to 15 minutes at least twice a day. Ice can help relieve pain and prevent heel swelling by decreasing blood flow to that area. You can also try rolling your foot over an iced can or bottle if your heel spurs are accompanied by plantar fasciitis. Over-the-counter options like ibuprofen and naproxen can offer temporary relief and help to reduce inflammation. It is safe to take these medications every day during your injury as long as you follow the dose instructions that come with the packaging.  If your pain medications are not helping to ease the pain caused by heel spurs, you should make an appointment with your doctor. If you're experiencing swelling in multiple joints and anti-inflammatory medications offer no relief, see your doctor. Extra cushioning can reduce pain when you're standing and walking. Soft silicone heel pads are inexpensive options and you can purchase them over the counter. Insoles are easily found over the counter as well, and can be quite cheap.  Use heel cup inserts to help align the bones in your foot and cushion your heel. Your feet may sweat more with a heel cup, so change your socks and shoes often. Pick up generic insoles at a drugstore or shoe store. Push on the arch to make sure it doesn't collapse. You can also take insoles to a podiatrist to get them customized. In many cases, you'll be in too much pain to go ahead with a strenuous exercise routine that puts pressure on or impacts your heel. Listen to your body and switch to different activities such as swimming or riding a bike until your heel spurs improve.

Summary: Take a break from exercise and get some rest. Apply an ice pack to your heel. Try non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medication to ease the pain. Buy heel cups or insoles to cushion your feet inside your shoes. Ease back into your activities slowly.


Try to find what is preventing you from falling asleep and, if possible, eliminate it. You may need to fix other problems and issues first in order to treat your insomnia. For example:  If anxiety or depression are keeping you awake at night, find what is making you feel anxious or depressed and try to manage that. This might involve speaking with your doctor and taking medication for anxiety or depression. Your roommate might like to read or work late into the night, and the light he or she uses is keeping you awake. If your roommate is unable or refuses to work in another room, purchase a sleeping mask instead. Try to perform the same activities every night before your bedtime. This means going to bed at the same time every evening and waking up at the same time every morning. You can also incorporate some relaxing activities into your bedtime routine, such as reading or listening to soft music. In this way, your mind will start associating such activities with bedtime and sleep. This means that the temperature is to your liking, and that the lighting is dark enough for you to fall asleep.  If your room is too warm, try to cool it down by opening a window, using fewer blankets, or turning a fan or air conditioning. If your room is too cold, try to wear warmer clothing to sleep or using more blankets. If you live in an area that is very bright at night, even if you turn off the lights, invest in a sleeping mask that covers your eyes. Use your bedroom only for sleeping and rest. This might involve removing distractions, such as computers and televisions, to ensure that you do not use them instead of sleeping. It might also mean that you have to complete your homework (or other work) in another room. If you live in a studio apartment where everything is in a single room, or if it is not possible to work elsewhere, then do all of your work at your desk, in a library, or some other location. Do not work in your bed, as your subconscious will begin to associate your bed with working instead of sleeping.

Summary: Find the cause or source of your insomnia. Establish a nightly routine. Make sure your bedroom is comfortable before going to sleep. Keep your bedroom as your bedroom and nothing else.


Chilled melon balls are a wonderfully refreshing treat that the whole family is sure to enjoy.

Summary: Serve chilled.


This therapy is done by putting normal antibodies in your system through an IV. This then helps your immune system respond better to the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. It takes about a week to start working and the benefits can last up to 3-6 weeks. You may experience side effects like dizziness, chills, headaches, and fluid retention. This procedure filters your blood through a machine to remove antibodies that are blocking signals from your nerves to your muscles. The benefits of this treatment usually only last a few weeks before you have to go in for another treatment.  After several treatments, your doctor may need to implant a long, flexible tube into your chest to make it easier to access your vein. This treatment can have side effects like low blood pressure, muscle cramps, heart rhythm issues, and bleeding. This medication can help to reduce certain white blood cells in your body, boosting your immune system and making your condition more manageable. You must go to an infusion center or hospital to get this medication put into your body over several weeks. You will need to then go back several months later to get the treatment done again, as needed.
Summary: Talk to your doctor about getting intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg). Try plasmapheresis for a temporary treatment. Consider using an intravenous medication like Rituximab.