A member asked:

I took an x ray for my left calcaneus/ heel. finding : the calcaneus is intact. there is a tiny plantar spur. could you guide what doctor will i see to treat my heel to stop or reduce pain.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Heel pain: Usually a podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon is the physician that treats heel pain. One of the more common causes of heel pain is plantar fasciitis; stretches, bracing, cortisone shots are the nonoperative things we try to get people better with that. Many people with plantar fasciitis will have a plantar bone spur seen on X-ray.

Answered 6/6/2017

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Podiatry/Orthopedic: Plantar fasciitis is the most likely diagnosis. This is often treated with stretching, heel cups, and anti-inflammatory medications.

Answered 10/30/2017

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