A heel spur is a calcium deposit on the underside of the heel bone. Although heel spurs are often painless, they can cause heel pain. Heel Spurs are also sometimes associated with plantar fasciitis because of the inflammation on the bottom of the foot. Heel spurs are often caused by strains on foot muscles and ligaments, stretching of the plantar fascia, and repeated tearing of the membrane that covers the heel bone. Heel spurs are especially common among athletes whose activities include large amounts of running and jumping. More than 90 percent of people get better with nonsurgical treatments. If conservative treatment fails to treat symptoms of heel spurs after a period of 9 to 12 months, surgery may be necessary to relieve pain and restore mobility.
Heel Spur with Calcium Deposit
Below are some of the risk factors according to Web MD to getting a heel spur.
- Running or jogging, especially on hard surfaces.
- Poorly fitted or badly worn shoes, especially those lacking appropriate arch support.
- Excess weight and obesity.
- Walking Gait abnormalities,which place excessive stress on the heel bone, ligaments, and nerves near the heel.
A Good Custom Orthotic can help Heel Spurs
Below are some of the treatment options for Heel Spurs.
- Exercise
- Good Custom Orthortic
- Anti-Inflammatory and Cortisone Injections
- Surgery (if needed)
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