Causes of the problem

Heel spurs are most often experienced by women over forty years of age who live permanently in big cities. Among the immediate causes of the disease are:

• flat feet;
• pregnancy;
• being overweight;
• trauma;
• Age-related changes in the rate of tissue repair as well as blood flow.

Additional risk factors include diseases that affect the blood vessels, tissues, and nerves of the legs. These include:

• diabetes;
• rheumatoid arthritis;
• gout.

Among young people and men, the main causes of heel spurs are high physical activity and inappropriate footwear (flip-flops that do not fix the foot or high heels).

Diagnosis of the disease

In order to select the best treatment method, MDI Clinic Israel Medical Center conducts a comprehensive examination to differentiate the problem and determine the degree of development of heel spurs. Among the ways to diagnose:

• visual inspection;
• blood test
• radiographs.

If necessary, the doctor prescribes additional imaging studies that can help in making a diagnosis.

Methods of heel spurs treatment in Israel

Depending on the stage of the disease and the characteristics of the individual patient may be prescribed:

• Non-medication methods, which include cold compresses, stretching, and wearing orthopedic shoes or insoles.
• Medication options for dealing with heel spurs to relieve pain and discomfort.
• Cryo-ultrasound therapy.
• Surgical operations to remove spurs. Prescribed only when other methods fail to control pain. In this case, the doctor separates the spur from the heel bone and removes it with special instruments.

Advantages of contacting MDI Clinic

Specialists at the medical center help patients of all ages cope with heel spurs problems. High-quality medical care and effective procedures make MDI Clinic in demand among residents of Israel, as well as patients from other countries of the world.