Q: I was diagnosed with plantar fascitis in my right foot. The pain is there in both my feet. It is there only in the mornings and sometimes in the day when I strain too much. Its like a burning sensation. Can I walk on the treadmill? Will walking aggravate the pain? Some people say that rubbing ice on the feet helps. What is your opinion?

A:Warm water will give you relief. A few sessions of ultra-sound therapy at a physiotherapy clinic will give you a lot of pain relief. Try and wear soft foot-wear or alternatively, you can also get soft heel pads fitted in your footwear. Your physiotherapist will guide you on this.