HEEL SPUR

A heel spur is an extension of the heel bone that extends into the tissue directly in front of the heel. It is most often a result of chronic plantar fasciitis.

Diagnosis

A heel spur can be seen on an X-ray as an extension of bone in front of the heel..

Treatment

Treatment of a heel spur involves treatment of plantar fasciitis. It includes stretching exercises, possibly the use of a splint, or anti-inflammatory medications. In some cases a steroid injection is given directly in front of the heel.

Without Treatment:

The pain due to the plantar fasciitis that causes the heel spur can become progressively more severe, in some cases damaging the tissue.