Decrease the amount of times that you exercise per week and the duration of the exercise or stop the exercise completely if there is still pain. Non-weight bearing exercises may be helpful, such as swimming. When you want to get back on schedule, do it gradually. Ice the area for 20 minutes at a time with a 2 hour break between ice treatments. Put a light cloth between the skin and the ice and only use ice when you are awake.
Chiropractic care can correct any small misalignments in the foot, ankle and knee.
When the joints are in proper alignment they will function and move more smoothly. Supportive running shoes are extremely important and should be replaced regularly. Examine the tread on the bottom of the shoes and make sure that they are wearing down evenly on both sides.