Heel Spurs
What is a Heel Spur?
A heel spur is a build-up of calcium on the heel bone. This causes a protrusion, which is generally not painful.
What Causes a Heel Spur?
- Repeated impact. You won’t develop a heel spur overnight. If you are in pain and it has come on suddenly, it is likely that you have plantar fasciitis rather than a heel spur. Athletes who partake in impact sports involving a lot of running and/or jumping tend to get heel spurs, which build up over a long period of time.
Treatments
- Rest – The best possible treatment for bone spurs is rest and elevation. Keep your foot raised to reduce the calcium build up and rested to avoid frequent impact.
- Orthotics If rest is not an option for you, then we would recommend orthotics which reduce the pressure on the area. Learn more.