This video describes heel spurs as a source of pain beneath the heel and lists several possible contributing factors. The doctor reviews injections, orthotics, physical therapy, and percutaneous heel-spur excision as treatment options. He also states that most patients return to work the day of surgery, which needs careful review.
Video transcript
This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity.
H is for heel spur. A heel spur can be associated with pain on the bottom of the heel. The doctor lists increased body weight, prolonged standing, shoes without arch support, and a low arch as possible contributing factors.
Treatment options discussed include injections, orthotics, and physical therapy. If those measures fail, the doctor describes percutaneous heel-spur excision. Through a small incision, the bone spur is shaved down, and the incision on the bottom of the heel is closed with a few stitches. He says most patients return to work the same day.
Key takeaways
- The video discusses heel spurs in connection with pain on the bottom of the heel.
- Conservative options mentioned include injections, orthotics, and physical therapy.
- Percutaneous heel-spur excision is presented as an option when conservative treatment fails.
