Hi Buggie,
orthotics and strecthing, plus there is a tape job you can do(basketball players do it) it also streches that nasty tendon. Also a walking cast to wear at night keeps the tendon streched. I have heel spurs to boot! I know the pain. Cortisone works in combo with a pain killer.(injection). My orthodist wants me to cut the tendon. but I'm still pretty active. five minutes before you get out of car start streching your foot it helps.But keep your foot in the car while driving, smile! good luck Arthur P.S. I started my methadone for my neck. I'm pretty happy even with pain!