How To Treat Heel Spur Pain
A heel spur is a protruding growth of calcite deposits that form as your body responds to abnormal rubbing and pressure. Heel spurs often occur in conjunction with the arch problems of plantar fasciitis. While heel spurs are not always painful, they can interfere with regular shoe wearing due to the heel bump.
What are the common causes for heel spurs to develop:
Shoes that are too tight - Constricting and tight fitting footwear such as high heels can cause pressure and rubbing on your feet, with the heel area becoming very painful. Please choose to switch to more comfortable and supportive footwear that will help avoid heel spurs and many other ankle and foot ailments.
Obesity—Being overweight significantly magnifies the pressure on the feet and ankles, making other risk factors even more problematic. Maintaining a healthy weight will help you take better care of your feet.
Participating in high-stress exercise, work, or sports activities - Sporting and exercise activities may put extra abuse on the heel. Being on your feet all day for work is also a top factor for developing heel spurs, heel pain.
Some of the best ways to treat heel spurs
Heel spurs don’t always cause pain and may not require any significant treatment unless they become larger and more bothersome.
Ultrasound treatment
Electrical stimulation
Massage therapy
The above treatments are often very effective in helping to fix heel spur pain. If the heel spur interferes with comfortable wearing shoes, you can try backless shoes or sandals to relieve some pressure and discomfort.
Surgical Soutions - Surgery may be needed to shave down the bump as the spur increases in size and becomes more problematic.
If you are suffering from pain and discomfort from a bony protrusion on your heel, see our heel pain speciaists for the proper diagnosis and treatment. Contact Maple Springs Foot Center, conveniently located in our Gaithersburg, Maryland. With access to leading edge treatments and technologies, Dr. Stuart Snyder, Dr. Sara Sharma, and Dr. Sahar Zadeh can help you manage all of your foot and ankle problems, including heel pain, sports foot injuries, toe deformities, ingrown or fungal toenails, and warts. Call (301) 762-3338 or book an online appointment.
