Common Side Effects Heel Pain  Inflammation << Back to the 3D Foot
	Description: Heel spurs are pointed bony outgrowths of the heel. They are attributed to local inflammation at the insertion of soft tissue tendons or fascia in the area. Heel spurs can be located at the back of the heel or under the heel, beneath the sole of the foot. Heel spurs at the back of the heel are frequently associated with inflammation of the Achilles tendon (tendinitis) and cause tenderness and pain at the back of the heel made worse while pushing off the ball of the foot. Heel spurs and plantar fasciitis can occur alone or be related. Problems it causes: Plantar heel spurs cause localized tenderness and pain made worse when stepping down on the heel. How to help the pain: DON'T WALK BARE FOOT.  A shoe or a supportive sandal must be worn at all times.  By supporting the arch it will decrease the amount of pressure the heel will have to absorb.
	Products that will help: Men's Brooks This Men's athletic shoe has great medial support to help with pronation often associated with heel spurs. The Brooks advanced silicone heel cushioning helps relieve stress on your heel spur. This is also Brook's most advanced shoe for support. Brooks offers other styles that may fit your budget and practical needs as well. Beast Women's Brooks This Women's athletic shoe has great medial support to help with pronation often assosiated with heel spurs.  The Brooks Advanced silicone heel cushioning helps relieve stress on your heel spur.  This is also Brook's most advanced shoe for support. Brook's offers other styles that may fit your budget and practical needs as well. Ariel Custom Orthotics 70dm A custom orthotic can take the weight of your body and dispense it more evenly throughout the foot.  Keeping the foot in a neutral position helps reduce or eliminate most common foot problems. Using a higher density material  to build your custom orthotics will help give you the added arch support you need to relieve weight and pressure on your heels. EVA Custom -Rigid This custom functional orthotic delivers the arch support you need when treating heel spurs. The Donut shaped hole for your heel also relieves pressure and pain from your spur. From a custom cast we can fit you perfectly.  Takes up less room then full length orthotics and last up to 5 years. Rigid Supportive Sandal When you suffer from Heel spurs you need constant support.  An easy to slip on sandal with arch support and a 1/2” of cushioning  can help. Use as a slipper around the house or just out outside to get the mail.  Chloe Bio Tech This over the counter product can give you the support you need to relieve stress and strain on your heel spurs. This is more economical with no frills but is does a great job. Takes up less room than full length orthotics and last up to 5 years. Rigid << Back to the 3D Foot