What is the best way to treat bone spurs?
I have bone spurs on the back of my heels due to being on my feet nearly 6 hours a day at work. They swell up and are very painful.
Answers:
Cortisone shots may give some relief. You could try prescription orthotics. For either, you need to see a Podiatrist. I have had both. The cortisone shots were quite painful. The orthotics helped more. The pain may simply burn itself out after a while. It did for me.
For temporary relief my friend bought these:
The HTP Heel Seats patented acupressure design works to stop pain quickly. Then, using proven healing technology, they begin to correct problems that actually cause bone surs. It does not matter how severe your pain is, HTP begins to work immediately! Insert them in your shoes and you will immediately feel the pain dissipate.
LINK:
http://www.heel-that-pain.com/heel_bone_...
Treatment for plantar fasciitis should begin with rest, icing, and over the counter medications. As mentioned above, an orthotic is a device that can be slipped into any pair of shoes and can often relieve pain and help to reverse the damage and occurrence of plantar fasciitis. They do this by adding support to the heel and helping to distribute weight during movement. In addition to orthotics, many people consider night splints for treating this condition. These devices are worn during the night while you sleep, helping to keep the plantar fascia stretched to promote healing. Physical therapy has also become a common option. With this conservative treatment alternative, a physical therapist designs a set of exercises that are intended to address your specific needs in order to promote healing.
Corticosteroid injections deliver medicine into the injured fascia to reduce pain. However, this treatment may weaken the plantar fascia and result in further damage. In addition, extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is a treatment where sound waves are sent through the damaged tissue in order to stimulate the damaged tissue and encourage healing. This method is relatively new in treating plantar fasciitis and your doctor will be able to tell you if it is the right method for you. Lastly, surgery is the last option for those suffering from chronic or severe plantar fasciitis.
There are many choices to help prevent the occurrence of this condition, and keep it from returning. One of the most important is maintaining a healthy weight in order to reduce tension on the plantar fascia. In addition, shoes are very important, and should fit well and provide ample cushioning and support throughout the heel, arch, and ball of the foot so that weight is distributed evenly throughout the foot. Try to avoid walking barefoot on hard surfaces and replace old shoes before they wear out, especially shoes that you run or exercise in. When exercising, start off slow and ease into new routines to prevent sudden or excessive stress on tissue. Lastly, keep your calf muscles and the tissue of your feet stretched. Greater flexibility in the tissue makes them less susceptible to damage.
My mom has it and it is painful. I wish you a lot of comfort and hope you find some relief soon!!
It took me two years to be pain free from heel spurs. I did go to the podiatrist and got cortisone shots-painful when you get them but the next day, no pain at all. I also wore some heel cups, you can get them at any drug store. Try some foot stretching exercises, like flexing your foot. Ice your heel when you get off of work and elevate it for a while and eventually it will get better.
My Mother had bone spurs on the soles of her heels and her Doctor recommended large doses of Ibuprophen - this is a pretty low-cost remedy and it did work for her. Since yours are on the backs of your heels, it seems it would help there, unless, perhaps your shoes are too small or don't have the right support. Good Luck!!
-wear good shoes. change shoes every 6 months or so because cushion wears out
-get Dr. Scholls heel pad can also be helpful
-stretching of your feet and calf is also important
-take regular antiinflammatory medications such as aleve 2 tablets twice a day or 3 advils 2-3 times a day for few weeks
Here is my history with bone spurs, I visitd the Podiatrist, and he gave me some pain pills. When I had completed the pain medicine, the pain was back, so then back to the Podiatrist, and an another round of the same pain medicine, that was enough for me. I went to my Dr. and was told to get an ankle support. I found them in the foot section of CVS Rite Aide etc. I wore that for some time, and the pain in time was gone.I now have a different Podiatrist, who is very good, and my feet are well taken care of. With the ankle support, and a good gell shoe insert, you should find some comfort elevate your feet when possible for the swelling and water pills may be helpful for that. Nothing is inexpensive today, I would suggest ask for a pay increase You should really be seeing a Dr for your water retention and then tell him about the pain in your heel as well and see what is the answer you will get .
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Answers:
Cortisone shots may give some relief. You could try prescription orthotics. For either, you need to see a Podiatrist. I have had both. The cortisone shots were quite painful. The orthotics helped more. The pain may simply burn itself out after a while. It did for me.
For temporary relief my friend bought these:
The HTP Heel Seats patented acupressure design works to stop pain quickly. Then, using proven healing technology, they begin to correct problems that actually cause bone surs. It does not matter how severe your pain is, HTP begins to work immediately! Insert them in your shoes and you will immediately feel the pain dissipate.
LINK:
http://www.heel-that-pain.com/heel_bone_...
Treatment for plantar fasciitis should begin with rest, icing, and over the counter medications. As mentioned above, an orthotic is a device that can be slipped into any pair of shoes and can often relieve pain and help to reverse the damage and occurrence of plantar fasciitis. They do this by adding support to the heel and helping to distribute weight during movement. In addition to orthotics, many people consider night splints for treating this condition. These devices are worn during the night while you sleep, helping to keep the plantar fascia stretched to promote healing. Physical therapy has also become a common option. With this conservative treatment alternative, a physical therapist designs a set of exercises that are intended to address your specific needs in order to promote healing.
Corticosteroid injections deliver medicine into the injured fascia to reduce pain. However, this treatment may weaken the plantar fascia and result in further damage. In addition, extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is a treatment where sound waves are sent through the damaged tissue in order to stimulate the damaged tissue and encourage healing. This method is relatively new in treating plantar fasciitis and your doctor will be able to tell you if it is the right method for you. Lastly, surgery is the last option for those suffering from chronic or severe plantar fasciitis.
There are many choices to help prevent the occurrence of this condition, and keep it from returning. One of the most important is maintaining a healthy weight in order to reduce tension on the plantar fascia. In addition, shoes are very important, and should fit well and provide ample cushioning and support throughout the heel, arch, and ball of the foot so that weight is distributed evenly throughout the foot. Try to avoid walking barefoot on hard surfaces and replace old shoes before they wear out, especially shoes that you run or exercise in. When exercising, start off slow and ease into new routines to prevent sudden or excessive stress on tissue. Lastly, keep your calf muscles and the tissue of your feet stretched. Greater flexibility in the tissue makes them less susceptible to damage.
My mom has it and it is painful. I wish you a lot of comfort and hope you find some relief soon!!
It took me two years to be pain free from heel spurs. I did go to the podiatrist and got cortisone shots-painful when you get them but the next day, no pain at all. I also wore some heel cups, you can get them at any drug store. Try some foot stretching exercises, like flexing your foot. Ice your heel when you get off of work and elevate it for a while and eventually it will get better.
My Mother had bone spurs on the soles of her heels and her Doctor recommended large doses of Ibuprophen - this is a pretty low-cost remedy and it did work for her. Since yours are on the backs of your heels, it seems it would help there, unless, perhaps your shoes are too small or don't have the right support. Good Luck!!
-wear good shoes. change shoes every 6 months or so because cushion wears out
-get Dr. Scholls heel pad can also be helpful
-stretching of your feet and calf is also important
-take regular antiinflammatory medications such as aleve 2 tablets twice a day or 3 advils 2-3 times a day for few weeks
Here is my history with bone spurs, I visitd the Podiatrist, and he gave me some pain pills. When I had completed the pain medicine, the pain was back, so then back to the Podiatrist, and an another round of the same pain medicine, that was enough for me. I went to my Dr. and was told to get an ankle support. I found them in the foot section of CVS Rite Aide etc. I wore that for some time, and the pain in time was gone.I now have a different Podiatrist, who is very good, and my feet are well taken care of. With the ankle support, and a good gell shoe insert, you should find some comfort elevate your feet when possible for the swelling and water pills may be helpful for that. Nothing is inexpensive today, I would suggest ask for a pay increase You should really be seeing a Dr for your water retention and then tell him about the pain in your heel as well and see what is the answer you will get .
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