Origin of Heel Spur also called calcaneal spur

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A heel spur, also called calcaneal spur, is a
small bone spur on the heel bone and are
detectable by x-ray examination. When a foot
bone is constantly exposed to stress, calcium is
deposited on the bottom of the heel bone.
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In general, this would not affect an individuals
daily routine but when deposits build up, a
deformity is caused known as a calcaneal spur or
heel spur. People who are prone to developing
heel spurs are women who wear high heels most of
the time, obese people and the flat foot.
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An inferior calcaneal spur can be found at the
interior part of the heel and is usually
associated with plantar fasciitis. Another type
of heel spur is posterior calcaneal spur which
develops on the back of the heel near the
Achilles tendon.
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