Management of Heel Bone Spurs

Heel bone spurs DO NOT cause pain - ligament strain and tearing causes pain and can lead onto spur formation. Heel spurs are generally treated without surgery quite successfully.

The heel spur is present as a consequence of the pain and inflammation associated with the strain and microscopic tearing of the plantar fascial ligament and its surrounding structures.

The plantar fascial ligament becomes overloaded and eventually a bone spur may form. A great picture of the ligament and bone spur can be found at this heel spur page.

How do we manage heel bone spurs?
The same way you manage tearing of the plantar fascia. The heel spur is treated in exactly the same way as you would manage plantar fasciitis. The only exception to the rule would be if the heel pain was caused by fracture of the heel spur itself. For information on how to treat heel bone spurs visit the following link:

Heel Spur and Heel Pain Treatment

WARNING : This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional podiatric advice. Treatment will vary between individuals depending upon your diagnosis and presenting complaint. An accurate diagnosis can only be made following personal consultation with a Podiatrist, your Doctor or your foot specialist.

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