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 The Myth
Heel spurs are the main cause of heel pain and may need to be surgically removed.
The Reality
Heel spurs actually are nothing more than an x-ray finding. Even though you may develop heel spurs, especially as you get older, heel pain most frequently comes from a condition called plantar fasciitis, which can occur concomitantly with heel spurs.
What are heel spurs?
They are growth deposits of bone created by poor mechanics in the lower leg and foot, and they are generally painless.
Are heel spurs related to plantar fasciitis?
The only relation is that they are both caused by the same poor mechanics of the lower leg and foot. Plantar Fasciitis causes heel pain, heel spurs do not. Once you do the treatment for plantar fasciitis, you will still have heel spurs. However; you will be free of pain.
Should I have surgery to remove heel spurs?
Dr. Amis does not encourage or support surgery for the removal of heel spurs. It is the especially rare patient that comes to the point of needing surgery. If you have not completed the exercises in this video you should not even consider having surgery. Keep in mind that there are risks and possible negative results associated with any surgery. |
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| “I'd been struggling with plantar fasciitis and saw another physician who tried cortisone injections and orthotics, which seemed to make the condition worse. I even stopped running for several months. Then I got the video and followed the recommendations for the six-month schedule. It really worked well. I was back to jogging within a month and I continue to do the exercises each day. I’d highly recommend your course of care to anyone with plantar fasciitis.”
Jim Mcaffer
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