Heel spurs are bony growths extending out from your heel bone. Typically, spurs are a response to soft tissue of the foot pulling away from the bone. The bone tries to protect itself and grows out to meet the soft tissue.

The most common location for a spur is on the bottom of the foot with the spur extending towards the toes along the plantar fascia (which runs the length of the arch). The heel bone is being pulled forward (to the toes) by the fascia and backwards by the more powerful calf muscle in the back of the leg. This internal tension causes the bone to react.

How do you fix the problem? Stretching the calves is the key. Orthotics and proper footwear is important in stabilizing the foot and supporting the soft tissue. For your personal foot assessment please call for an appointment.