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Can there be a way to prevent a heel spur on a foot?
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Yes and no: The spur is from the tendon pulling on the bone so theoretically stretching your heel cord will lessen chance of spur formation. Once there, only surgery can remove spur.
Answered 4/17/2013
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Since most: Theories support the idea inferior heel spurs isn't the cause of pain but rather the origin of the plantar fascia being inflammed or degenerated preventing a spur is not as important as preventing fasciopathy.
Answered 4/17/2013
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