Heel Spurs

Find the best solution for your heel spurs in North Indianapolis, IN, by consulting Dr. Todd Mann and Dr. Kyle Gleeson of AHP Foot & Wound Care Specialists.

What Are Heel Spurs?

Bone spurs are fairly common growths that may emerge in connection to prolonged inflammation or the breakdown of the cartilage that cushions joints. While heel spurs may not present the same potential for a pinched nerve as bone spurs in other areas, they still deserve your attention.

One particular condition that's closely linked to the development of heel spurs is plantar fasciitis. For those unfamiliar with plantar fasciitis, it’s a condition that results from excessive tightness in a band of tissues collectively known as the plantar fascia that stretches from your heel bone to the base of your toes. Those tissues may swell and grow irritated as they continue to sustain damage.

All that stress on your plantar fascia can also lead to bony deposits accumulating near your heel. When those bony deposits grow big enough, they will become heel spurs.

Interestingly, many people live with heel spurs without noticing them. The heel spurs can form without seriously affecting other components of your foot, so they don’t need to be addressed. Unfortunately, there are also times when heel spurs can irritate other tissues and force the Achilles tendon to stretch too far, since the spur is digging into it. The pain associated with your case of plantar fasciitis may also worsen due to the presence of heel spurs.

Your heel spurs may also cause more discomfort after extended periods of rest. They may sting the most when you first get up in the morning.

Get in touch with Dr. Mann and Dr. Gleeson of AHP Foot & Wound Care Specialists if you need treatment for heel spurs in North Indianapolis, IN, or the surrounding area.

What Are the Treatment Solutions for Heel Spurs?

If your heel spurs are causing bad enough symptoms to warrant treatment, your podiatrist can provide some potential solutions.

At first, your podiatrist may recommend resting your feet and applying ice to your heel. Those initial interventions can make a significant difference if you seek treatment soon after you experience discomfort. Your podiatrist may also prescribe medication that can alleviate your inflammation and pain.

Surgery is a potential treatment for heel spurs if increasing the flexibility of the soft tissues isn’t enough. Your podiatrists may perform surgery to treat your plantar fasciitis and remove the heel spurs while they’re at it.

Determine the ideal solutions for your heel spurs in North Indianapolis, IN, by calling 317-218-4095 or using our website to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mann or Dr. Gleeson of AHP Foot & Wound Care Specialists.