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Heel spurs: Think of them as the great whites of the feet. Stealthy, with a sharp little fin that can surface and cause a lot of pain and damage.<\/p>\n

What do we really know about this painful condition that can lurk below the surface of your feet?<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve compiled some of the most interesting facts and statistics about heel spurs to help you learn what they\u2019re really all about. Because, like great whites, they\u2019re a lot easier to handle, coexist with, and avoid when you understand a little more about them!<\/p>\n

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1. Heel Spurs Can Cause Morning Heel Pain<\/h2>\n

If you have plantar fasciitis, you\u2019re all too familiar with morning pain–those first excruciating steps after getting out of bed. Why? Heel spurs are often enemy #1 as they dig into already-tender tissue for the first time after a period of inactivity.<\/p>\n\"Orthotic<\/a>\n

2. Heel Spurs Become More Common As We Age<\/h2>\n

Studies across the board<\/a> reveal that heel spurs are far more common in both men and women as they age. Large heel spurs are much more prevalent in people who are older than 40.<\/p>\n

3. Heel Spurs Don\u2019t Always Cause Pain<\/h2>\n\"Heel\n

Approximately 38 percent<\/a> of the population has a heel spur–but many don\u2019t even know it! One study that spanned 45 years found that that heel spurs weren\u2019t ever the cause of pain for many people who had them.<\/p>\n

4. Heel Spurs are Common in Plantar Fasciitis Sufferers<\/h2>\n

While heel spurs and plantar fasciitis don\u2019t always go hand in hand, About 70 percent of people with plantar fasciitis do have painful heel spurs. It\u2019s thought that the body creates heel spurs as a protective measure in response to damage to the plantar fascia.<\/p>\n

5. Heel Spurs are the Body’s Attempt to Protect the Fascia<\/h2>\n

Interestingly enough, researchers believe that heel spurs are actually the body\u2019s attempt to protect the plantar fascia and other tissue from damage and strain. When damage occurs, cells are called to the area and begin depositing calcium. Over time, these deposits can build up into sharp protrusions that hurt, not help.<\/p>\n

6. Heel Spurs Can Occur In Different Places<\/h2>\n\"Heel\n

Heel spurs form on the bottom of the heel, while bone spurs caused by Achilles tendonitis form along the back of the heel. Despite the fact that these conditions are different, studies have found a moderate correlation<\/a> between them.<\/p>\n

7. Women Are More Likely to Develop Heel Spurs<\/h2>\n

Ladies aren\u2019t so lucky when it comes to heel spurs. Studies find that women are more likely to develop heel spurs than men. Why? Some have theorized that it\u2019s because of the types of shoes women are more likely to wear, which can damage the plantar fascia and cause heel spurs.<\/p>\n

8. The Connection Between Heel Spurs and Osteoarthritis<\/h2>\n

Heel spurs are also more common in individuals with Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. This degenerative condition erodes away the cartilage at the joints. As the body scrambles to compensate for the loss of cartilage, it may develop painful bone spurs
.<\/p>\n

9. Weight and Heel Spurs<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s also a connection between individuals who are overweight and the development of heel spurs. Since more weight means more impact and strain to the arches of the feet and the tissue of the heel, damage is more likely as well–which can trigger the onset of heel spurs.<\/p>\n

10. Hope for Recovery<\/h2>\n

The good news is that 90 percent of people who experience painful heel spurs are able to recover without surgical intervention, by changing their footwear, addressing causes like plantar fasciitis using orthotic inserts<\/a>, and even taking supplements<\/a> that help the body more effectively use nutrients and minerals.<\/p>\n

While heel spurs can still be an unsettling and painful condition, the more you know about their causes, symptoms, and treatment, the more equipped you\u2019ll be to manage them!<\/p>\n

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