Are You Suffering From Calcaneal Spur?
Calcaneal spur, in simple language, is a bony outgrowth from the heel bone. When a foot is exposed to constant stress, calcium deposits build up on the bottom of the heel bone. They are typically detected by x-ray examination.
Calcaneal spur
Calcaneal Spur occurs when the pressure falling over the fascia increases which in turn causes pain & inflammation of the fascia known as Plantar fasciitis.
Plantar Fascia
WHAT CAUSES IT ? ? Stretching of plantar fascia ?Walking gait abnormalities ? Running or jogging, especially on hard surfaces ? Excess weight and obesity ? Tight leg muscles ? Poorly fitted or badly worn shoes ?Increasing age, which decreases plantar fascia flexibility ?Having either flat feet or high arches HOW TO TREAT IT? -Local ice application and Anti- inflammatory medications are temporarily reliefs -Right shoes -Customized insoles -Exercise
Calcaneal spur
Calcaneal Spur occurs when the pressure falling over the fascia increases which in turn causes pain & inflammation of the fascia known as Plantar fasciitis.
Plantar Fascia
WHAT CAUSES IT ? ? Stretching of plantar fascia ?Walking gait abnormalities ? Running or jogging, especially on hard surfaces ? Excess weight and obesity ? Tight leg muscles ? Poorly fitted or badly worn shoes ?Increasing age, which decreases plantar fascia flexibility ?Having either flat feet or high arches HOW TO TREAT IT? -Local ice application and Anti- inflammatory medications are temporarily reliefs -Right shoes -Customized insoles -Exercise
