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Sharp pain in foot whenever iistep on heel. what could be wrong? could it be a spur?

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Fracture or PF.: Could be many things, but the two most likely are either a stress fracture or plantar fasciitis. The best way to know is to get an x-ray of your foot. Another clue is when it hurts: stress fractures are all the time, while pf hurts most with the first few steps in the morning, or after sitting for a long time. See a podiatrist to rule out nerve entrapment.

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Heel pain: Plantar fasciitis (heel spur syndrome) usually goes away 90% by consistent stretching. Stretch or find a physical therapist that can help you with a stretching routine. The most common stretch is called the "runner's" stretch or "wall stretch". If pain is chronic, you may have other pathology rather than just tight/short ligaments and tendons. Hope this helps.

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Heel pain: Most common cause is plantar fascitis which can be treated by ice, stretching , rest, injections, NSAID but i find orthotics help by taking the weight off the area.

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