Heel Spur/ Plantar Fascists

A heel spur is a bony overgrowth on the bottom of your heel bone. The heel spur is usually a result of an inflamed ligament (plantar fascia) on the bottom of the foot that attaches to the heel bone. Constant abnormal pulling of this ligament irritates the heel bone and the body lays down a bone spur as a protective mechanism. Therefore, most of the pain is cause d by the inflamed ligament and not by the spur itself.

Most people experience heel pain first thing in the morning or after standing up following long periods of sitting.

Conservative treatment includes injections of corticosteroids, oral anti-inflammatory medications, strapping (taping of the foot), physical therapy and orthotics. Conservative methods work around 90 percent of the time, but if conservative method fail surgical intervention may be necessary. Surgical methods include releasing the plantar fascia and possibly removing the spur.

Recently, I have been performing a new surgical procedure with less complications and a shorter recovery time. This procedure consists of a minimal incision endoscopic plantar fascia release similar to knee arthroscopy.

The doctor sill discuss you individual procedure, operative care and possible complications with you prior to your surgery. The more you know about what to expect, the more smoothly your foot surgery and recovery are likely to go. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call Dr. Esber at (623) 546-4930. 

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