Bone Spurs or Exostosis

Description

A bone spur is an overgrowth of bone. Bone spurs can form on top of the foot, on the toes, and even at the bottom of the heel. They can because by too much pressure on the area or by arthritis. Heel spurs develop from chronic tension on the plantar fascia, a piece of tissue that runs from the bottom of the heel and extends to the toes. 

Symptoms

Symptoms include pain or pressure over the bump, pain when wearing tight toes, pain after long period of walking.

Treatment Options For Bone Spurs

Rest, ice, stretching (for heel spurs), surgical removal.

Treatment Option Description (with Duration)

Treatment depends on the symptoms as well as the location of the bone spur. Resting and icing the affected area can help with pain relief. The goal is to reduce pressure on the bump and increase range of motion at the joint that the bump rests on. Stretching exercises are great for heel spurs as they will lessen the tension on the plantar fascia. Depending on the size and location of the bone spur, surgical removal of the bump may be necessary for permanent pain relief. Microsurgery is a minimally invasive procedure, where a small shaving tool is inserted through a tiny incision and radiography and ultrasound are administered to get rid of painful spurs with little recovery time. 

Expected Outcome

Relief of pain and discomfort.

Say Goodbye to Foot Pain and Discomfort 

If your bone spur is causing you pain or discomfort, our NYC foot doctors can help! Serving the Downtown and Midtown Manhattan areas of NYC, we help you get back to healthy and happy living. Call us at 917-398-3668 or book an appointment online.