Question 1

what's a spur?

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A bony growth: A bone spur forms as the body tries to repair itself by building extra bone. It generally forms in response to pressure, rubbing, or stress that continues over a long period of time.

Question 2

how do you heal spurs quickly?

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No quick fix: Heel spurs take time to treat, so be patient.

Question 3

what exactly is a calcaneal spur?

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A projection : Of bone under or behind the heel bone.

Question 4

what can be done for a heal spur?

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Need more info: Your description without any history is too vague and makes this difficult to give an answer.  Best bet is to have a podiatrist examine you.

Question 5

will ice help a heal spur go away?

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No: Ice may help soothe the pain associated with a bone spur but it will do nothing to make it go away.

Question 6

what to do about spurs on your spine?

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How much discomfort?: A bone spur is a bony growth formed on  healthy bone and may normally occur as you age.  Generally, treatment for a bone spur involves taking pain medication and avoiding activities that worsen the pain.  If you have a spur on your back physical therapy may help.  Surgical intervention is a last resort option for severe pain and impairment.  Discuss with your primary doctor if this is the case.

Question 7

what are some natural ways to spur labor?

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Induce labor: Having intercourse with intravaginal ejaculation; the prostaglandins in the seminal plasma will induce labor!

Question 8

what is a way to cure spurs without surgery?

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Spur is not problem.: Spur is merely a sign that there is excessive tension at the attechment of plantar fascia. The tension and inflammation caused by this process is the source of the pain. Therefore treatment should be directed at eliminating and preventing this problem. Treatments such as ice/heat/massage, stretching, more supportive shoes, injections and orthotics are often helpful. Surgery is usully last resort.

Question 9

what causes spurs on your heels. and why do they hurt?

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Plantar fasciitis: The "spur" comes from bone formation in the soft tissue attached to the heel, the plantar fascia. This is due to degeneration of the tissue as well as chronic low grade inflammation. The spur itself is not felt to be the primary cause of the pain. The pain comes from the soft tissue. Time and plantar fascia stretching exercise can help. Injections may have some benefit. Surgery is rarely needed.

Question 10

what are good remedies for curing of right calcaneal spur?

Accepted Answer

Many: Medication, physical therapy, orthotic therapy, injection therapy, prp, surgery.

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