03 Jun How Do You Treat a Heel Spur?
Have you noticed pain in your foot accompanied by a bony protrusion around your heel? If this sounds familiar, you may be developing heel spurs. At Cherrywood Foot Care, our team is experienced in treating this condition and can help patients find relief from their pain. To learn more about how our podiatrists treat heel spurs, continue reading below.
What are Heel Spurs?
Heel spurs tend to pop up on the underside of the heel bone and result from calcium deposits. These calcium deposits cause a bony protrusion to form and can cause pain and discomfort. Heel spurs usually take months to develop due to stress being placed on the ligaments and muscles in your feet. Heel spurs can also be caused by bruising of the heel, wearing ill-fitting shoes, or arthritis. This condition can make it quite painful to walk around every day, which can hinder your ability to perform your usual tasks. Some of the telltale signs of this foot condition may include:
- A bump on the heel.
- Pain when walking.
- Swelling around the heel.
- Warmth around the heel.
Treating Heel Spurs
Sometimes heel spurs can be challenging to discover because the symptoms are similar to other forms of heel pain. To receive the best quality treatment, you’ll need to consult with our team of specialists. Our podiatrists at Cherrywood Foot Care are well-versed in treating heel spurs. We will carefully assess your condition and determine its severity. After the evaluation, we will implement an effective treatment plan to help get you back to functionality. Here are some of the ways our team manages heel spurs:
- Anti-inflammatory medication injections to the affected area.
- Custom orthotic inserts for shoes.
- Physical therapy may be recommended to learn exercises to prevent long-term pain.
- If the situation calls for it, surgery can be performed to remove the spurs.
Contact Cherrywood Foot Care
Dealing with pain in every step can diminish your quality of life. If you are dealing with heel spurs, the pain does not have to linger. At Cherrywood Foot Care, our team will help you treat your heel spurs so you can get back to a pain-free life. To learn more about how we treat this condition or to schedule an appointment, contact our team today.