Heel spurs are small, bony growths on the bottom of the heel. A boney heel spur may grow when the plantar fascia ligament that connects the heel bone to the ball of the foot becomes inflamed and tight. The constant tension on the heel bone from the plantar fascia causes more bone to grow into a spur. The inflammation from a heel spur might cause pain. If it does hurt, there will be pain or tenderness over the weight-bearing part of the bottom of the heel. A spur will not be treated unless other conditions caused by inflammation causing the pain are non-existent. If the plantar fasciitis is the main source of pain, and that condition can be treated, the bone spur is left alone. Usually plantar fasciitis is a separate condition from a heel spur
Heels Spurs
Heel spurs are formed by calcium deposits on the back of the foot where the heel is. Heel spurs can also be bone growth on the back of the foot and may grow in the direction of the arch of the foot. Older individuals usually suffer from heel spurs and pain sometimes intensifies with age. One of the main condition's spurs are related to is plantar fasciitis.
Pain
The pain associated with spurs is often because of weight placed on the bottom of the heel. When someone is walking, their entire weight is concentrated on the feet. Bone spurs then have the tendency to affect other bones and tissues around the foot. As the pain continues, the feet will become tender and sensitive over time. Plantar fasciitis is usually the most painful at the first weight bearing and decreases with use.
Treatments
There are many ways to treat heel spurs. If one is suffering from heel spurs in conjunction with pain, there are several methods for healing. Some common conservative treatments are heel cushions, arch supports (orthotics), steriod injection, heel cup, physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medication.
Teri Green
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