A foot spur is a common problem many people face. Do you sometimes get pain in the bottom of your foot during daily activities such as walking or whilst doing other regular exercises recommended by your doctor?
I bet your wondering why this happens. It is due to the ligament connected to your heel getting swollen up a condition known as plantar fasciitis. This pain can get really annoying for a lot of people so here are some solutions below.
Solutions:
The first solution I recommend is to consult your doctor to help diagnose the underlining cause and severity of the problem. He may give you some pain killers or anti-inflammatory medicine to help numb the pain. One of the main causes is poorly fitting shoes so you should really consider the type of shoes you are wearing. Getting high impact shoes such as running shoes can lessen the strain on the ligaments in your foot reducing your risk of developing a foot spur. You may want to also use protective bandages or ankle supports and heel supports which also help you avoid placing excess strain on your foot. If you’re experiencing a lot of pain then you may need to consider surgery as a last resort. A doctor can help you decide whether this would be best for you however most people find success with more natural methods such as at home stretching exercises.
How to Avoid Foot Spurs
It is always better to prevent a condition from occurring than trying to cure it once it’s already happened. To prevent the problem from recurring you need to stay more aware of the strain you place on your feet when doing activities. If you feel pain in your foot then take that as a sign telling you to stop and take a break. A good habit to implement is to take relaxing breaks throughout the day this can not only reduce foot spurs but also have an overall positive affect on your well being. Keeping in good psychical shape will also help to prevent foot spurs as one of the most common causes is being overweight. I highly recommend a home stretching program such as yoga to help reduce stress and align your posture. Read more…