It is made up of calcium deposits and can have a pointy, hooked, or shelf-like shape.
Many people think that heel spurs cause heel painbut thats not always the case.
Others may experience symptoms that include tenderness, a dull ache, or sharp pain when standing.
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As you put pressure on the foot, the fascia stretches, which causes pain.
She may ask you to flex your foot to assess pain and range of motion.
She will also visually examine the heel looking for a protrusion, which may or may not be present.
When that’s not the case,cortisone injectionsmay be helpful in some individuals.
Underlying conditions such asosteoarthritis,reactive arthritis, andankylosing spondylitiscan also cause a heel spur to form.
Other causes include heel overuse, obesity, and ill-fitting footwear.
There are a few different methods to treat a heel spur.
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