Calcaneal/Heel Spur
Symptoms
Symptoms of heel spur may include:
Localized pain in the heel
It may exist without any symptoms or may become very painful
Pain on weight bearing activities
Morning pain usually relieved by activities
Stiffness
Reduced range of motion
Causes
The causes of heel spur may include:
Diagnosis
Treatments
Based on patient history and physical assessment with special tests will help the therapist to diagnose the condition. Radiological examination may show calcaneal spur on the heel. Therapist can understand the tightened muscles, range of the joint and other musculoskeletal involvement with a thorough assessment.
IFT and US are the modalities that helps in pain management. Application of ice wrapped in a towel or filled in a bottle can reduce the pain. Once the pain got reduced proper exercise program is needed to stretch and strengthen the involved muscles. Changing the footwear with MCR can reduce the pressure of the foot.
Our Musculoskeletal Wellness Program uses Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), which is an advanced modality for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and its very effective in heel spur cases. ESWT uses sound waves (high amplitude pulses of mechanical energy) to breakup infected tissues and stimulate the healing process. The energy triggers the regeneration and reparative processes of the bones, tendons and other soft tissues. ESWT is used to treat chronic, sub-acute and acute conditions. After the shockwave session, Cryotherapy is advised to avoid muscle soreness.
Elements of Musculoskeletal Wellness Program
Extracorporeal Shockwave
Pulsed Cell Repair
Electrotherapy & Pain management
Exercises
Nutrition & Diet Management
Lifestyle Management
Ergonomics Guidance
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