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Members dealing with foot inflammation and pain from lupus shared a wide range of helpful strategies, from soaking feet in Epsom salt and... Read more
What I discovered helped my foot pain was roll on lidocaine. I also get terrible reactions from mosquito bites, so I use that on those bites too. I also use it on various aches and pains. Sometimes you may have to apply it twice. It does help though!
Soak your feet in Epsom salt, dry them thoroughly and use Biofreeze, Voltaren, or the homeopathic foot pain cream by Magnilife. Most importantly, keep them elevated to relieve the swelling.
Foot pain and inflammation are really common with lupus, and there are several things that may help bring some relief. Here's a rundown of strategies worth trying:
To reduce swelling
- Elevate your feet above heart level for 20–30 minutes at a time
- Try compression stockings (check with your doctor first)
- Follow a Show Full Answer
@A MyLupusTeam Member, I think that @A MyLupusTeam Member meant that her foot pain occurs overnight. Although I have foot pain during the day, it worsens at night. That is when I need to apply pain cream the most.
Elevation and Epsom salt soak and tiger balm helps mine feel better 💜 I pray it works for you
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