Heel spurs, also known as heel bones, are small bony growths in the heel
A spur may appear if the ligament which joins the heel bone on both sides of the foot (plantar fascia). A small spur may also develop if the plantar fascia becomes inflamed. A heel sprain is identified by looking at an x-ray.
Symptoms of a heel spur include sharp pain in the front of the heel that gets worse when walking or running. In mild cases, the pain can be relieved by resting your leg and you can return to normal activities within two weeks. In more severe cases, the pain may remain constant. In severe cases, a doctor may recommend surgery to treat a heel spur. In such cases, your doctor will perform an arthroscopy to examine the spur and determine if it is caused by a ligament or bone problem.
Pain from a heel spur may be due to irritation of the plantar fascia; it could be the result of trauma, trauma, or surgery. Another possible cause of a heel spur is muscle injury.
The most common type of heel spur is plantar fasciitis. This condition occurs when the plantar fascia becomes inflamed and causes the surrounding tissue to swell. Ultimately, damage to the plantar fascia leads to permanent deformity of the foot.
Treatment for this condition is to reduce inflammation of the plantar fascia and reduce the swelling of the surrounding tissue. In severe cases, plantar fascia surgery may be required.
The first step in the treatment of heel spurs or plantar fasciitis is to rest the foot. If you have been straining the plantar fascia by repeatedly pulling on it, you may be advised to take a break. This will allow the plantar fascia to heal without causing further damage.
After rest, you can apply ice packs to reduce inflammation, and numb the foot
The doctor may recommend a steroid injection of cortisone to reduce pain and decrease swelling. Another treatment option is the use of heat pads.
It is important to avoid too much walking or running, which aggravates the inflammation, because too much pressure on the plantar fascia can cause the fascia to contract and tighten. You should wear protective shoes to avoid further damage to the plantar fascia.
There are some cases in which surgery may be necessary in treating heel spurs or plantar fasciitis. In such cases, the heel spur or plantar fascia may be severely damaged. The surgeon may remove the spur with a surgical incision. Depending on the severity of the injury, the recovery time will vary depending on the extent of the injury.
In the majority of cases, the plantar fascia is rarely surgically removed. However, in very serious cases, this may not be an option. In such cases, a bunionectomy may be recommended, or a heel splint placed on the arch for support.
As the plantar fascia heals, the surgeon will also place the heel splint around it. This is done to prevent further deterioration of the plantar fascia. To improve the circulation, heel splints that are worn at night may help to improve the circulation and flexibility of the plantar fascia. In addition, traction devices are also used to increase the blood flow to the plantar fascia.
These heel spurs will eventually go away on their own but are likely to recur over time. This is why it is important to avoid sudden movement.
Prevention is the best cure for heel spurs. To prevent the symptoms of heel spurs, wear high-quality shoes with good cushioning and arch supports. You should also try to avoid straining the plantar fascia.