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calcaneal spur may be a bony outgrowth from the calcaneal tuberosity (heel bone). Calcaneal spurs are typically detected by x-ray examination. It is a form of exostosis. When a foot is exposed to constant stress, calcium deposits build abreast of rock bottom of the heel bone. An inferior
calcaneal spur is found on the inferior aspect of the calcaneus and is usually a response to
plantar fasciitis over a period, but can also be associated with ankylosing spondylitis. A posterior
calcaneal spur develops on the rear of the heel at the insertion of the Achilles tendon. An inferior
calcaneal spur consists of a calcification of the calcaneus, which lies superior to the plantar fascia at the insertion of the plantar fascia. A posterior
calcaneal spur is usually large and palpable through the skin and should got to be removed as a part of the treatment of insertional Achilles tendonitis. Major symptoms contains pain within the region surrounding the spur, which usually increases in intensity after prolonged periods of rest. Patients may report heel pain to be more severe when awakening within the morning. Patients might not be ready to bear weight on the afflicted heel comfortably. Running, walking, or lifting heavy weight may exacerbate the difficulty.
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