Heel Spurs

CAUSES, SYMPTOMS & RELIEF SOLUTIONS

Heel pain when you walk or stand? A sharp, stabbing sensation under the heel? A heel spur may be the cause, especially if the pain is worse in the morning.

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WHAT ARE HEEL SPURS?

A heel spur is a small bony growth on the heel bone (calcaneus).
It forms where the plantar fascia attaches to the heel due to ongoing stress.

Heel spurs may not always hurt — the pain usually comes from the irritated tissue around them.

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WHAT CAUSES HEEL SPURS?

Heel spurs form slowly over time when the heel is repeatedly strained.

Common causes include

Standing or walking long hours on hard floors
Shoes with little cushioning or arch support
Flat feet or high arches
Tight calf muscles or Achilles tendon
Increased levels of activity or overuse
Extra pressure from excess body weight
Plantar fasciitis, which often happens together with heel spurs

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SYMPTOMS OF HEEL SPURS

Sharp heel pain when standing up in the morning
Pain after sitting or resting a while
Tenderness at the bottom of the heel
Pain increasing as the day goes on
Soreness or swelling near the heel

Without proper support, this condition can become long-term and limit movement.

HOW TO RELIEVE HEEL SPUR PAIN

The key to relief is reducing pressure and tension on the heel and arch.

STEP 1 — SUPPORT THE ARCH AND HEEL

Supportive insoles and footwear help to
Improve foot alignment
Reduce pressure on the heel spur
Absorb shock during walking
Prevent recurring flare-ups

Recommended products 
Arch Support Insoles —
Cushioned Comfort Shoes — 
Shock-Absorbing Work Shoes —

STEP 2 — DAILY STRETCHING

Stretching lowers tension through the arch and heel.

Helpful examples
Calf stretch
Towel stretch for the arch and toes
Foot rolling on a frozen bottle or massage ball

STEP 3 — REDUCE INFLAMMATION

Ice 15–20 minutes when painful
Avoid barefoot walking on hard surfaces
Short-term anti-inflammatory guidance if recommended

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