Heel spurs cause limitation in physical activities, calcification in the joints and unwanted weight. In addition, heel spurs, which begin to affect the joints and spine, can lead to meniscus tear in the knee joint, calcification in the knee and hip joints, chronic pain due to posture disorder in the spine, spinal curvature and herniated disc.
Heel pain may occur in flat feet, high curved feet, those with weight problems, those who use heeled shoes or flat shoes, diabetics, and various rheumatic diseases. Heel Spur disease is a disease that is named after a protrusion on the heel bone is seen in the x-ray taken in patients with heel pain complaints. However, this protrusion in the heel is not important in the formation of pain. In fact, a patient with heel pain may not have a heel spur on the x-ray, or a person with a heel spur may not feel any heel pain. The cause of the pain is “Plantar Fasciitis”. In other words, it is a disorder of the connective tissue that supports the sole of the foot and the arch of the foot. Patients typically experience heel pain in the first few steps after getting out of bed in the morning, and this pain subsides spontaneously with walking. After sitting in one place for a long time, the pain on first getting up and the end of the day pain are very typical and diagnostic. Patients complain of heel pain when they walk or stand for too long. Over time, problems such as foot swelling, various bone deformities, and ankle pain are added to the table. If the heel spur is not treated, it can turn into a chronic condition and cause foot, knee, hip and spine problems over time as it will change the way the person walks.
How Is It Treated?
Achilles stretching exercises are the primary treatment applied in patients with heel spurs. By using specially prepared insoles, the pain felt during pressing is tried to be reduced and ice application is recommended in addition to painkillers. If the applications do not provide benefits in a period of six weeks, physical therapy is started.
The Most Effective Treatment Renewal Injection Method
Cortisone injection further weakens the part of the already weak and tense connective tissue that tries to hold onto the bone, and prepares the ground for collapse of the sole. PRP injection, on the other hand, is a more accurate choice for treatment, but it is generally insufficient. The most effective treatment for Heel Spurs is the Regenerative (regenerative) injection method. Strengthening the plantar fascia, which forms the sole of the foot and supports the dome, is the main goal of treatment. Proliferating solutions applied in sessions initiate a repair process by activating the body’s defense mechanism in that area. Along with the sessions applied every 3 weeks, the patient should be given an exercise program to apply at home. With an average of 4-6 sessions of injection treatment, the weak plantar fascia, which has difficulty in carrying the weight of the body, is strengthened naturally, providing permanent healing and pain control. The results are permanent as the plantar fascia is strengthened. Pain usually does not recur. Thus, knee and waist ailments that may occur in the long term are prevented.
To prevent heel spurs:
Rest is very important (Not standing up except when necessary – not walking long distances),
Exercise should be done regularly,
Should use quality, healthy, orthopedic shoes with soft soles,
If there is excess weight, losing weight will help reduce the load on your heels.
