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22 Home Remedies for Heel Spurs Pain and plantar fasciitis. Sore Foot & Pain


Heel spurs are abnormal growths in the bones of the heels. It occurs when calcium deposits build up on the underside of the heel bone. These abnormal deposits form when the plantar fascia pulls away from the heel. Another cause of heel spur pain is the formation of new fibrous tissue around the bony spur to act as a cushion over the area of stress.


Causes and Aggravating Factors

Overweight, Age, Habit of long walking, running, jogging
Bare foot walk, too much exercise, Flatfoot
Diabetics, Improper foot wear, Use of high heeled footwear
Pregnancy

Symptoms

Heel pain while walking or running
Gait abnormality or changes in walking pattern
A sharp pain of the kind as if a pin or a knife has been prick in the bottom of the feet in morning.
Stiffness in calf muscles in the morning.
Slight numbness


1. Baking Soda

The crystals present in the compound baking soda will help reduce calcium deposits built up and it will also help reduce pain and inflammation.

 1. Drink a glass of warm water daily once after mixing a teaspoon of baking soda and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in. Continue this for two weeks.

2. Take a little water and mix ½ teaspoon of baking soda with it and apply this to the heel spur and secure it with gauze or duct tape. Do this procedure daily for several days.


2. Ice remedies

Ice packs are good for quick relief from swelling and pain. Ice helps by numbing the area and the cool comfort also reduces inflammation. 

1. Apply an ice pack on the heel spur for fifteen minutes and repeat often if needed. This is a temporary remedy that can be done for fast or instant relief.



2. Freeze a bottle of water. Roll it under your foot for 10 to 15 minutes. Do this as soon as you feel pain after a day of rigorous activity.

Warning: Do not apply the ice directly to the skin to avoid frostbite.


3. Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a natural moisturizing agent and helps in softening the heel spurs and this helps in reducing the pain. Also, it contains calcium which is required for healthy bone formation.



1. Massage the affected area with warm virgin coconut oil. Leave it on for a few hours to get relief from pain and inflammation. Repeat this every day before going to sleep to prevent discomfort in the morning.

2. You can also consume a tablespoon of extra-virgin coconut oil every day in the morning.


4. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar helps in reducing the inflammation and will also soften the heel spur and reduce pain and difficulty while walking.

1. Warm ½ cup of apple cider vinegar in a pan and pour it into a small tub filled with warm water. Let your feet soak in this for 5 to 10 minutes twice daily for 1 to 2 weeks.

2. Cut out a piece of towel in the shape of your foot and submerge it in apple cider vinegar. Place this soaked piece of towel in your shoe and wear it. Take care as to keep the towel moist throughout the day. Follow this procedure for at least a week.

3. Mix 1 tablespoon each of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar and honey in a glass of warm water. Drink it twice a day for 1 to 2 weeks.



5. Molasses, baking soda, vinegar

Blend a small amount of molasses with baking soda and apple cider vinegar to form a warm plaster to apply around your foot.


6. Linseed oil

Linseed oil contains alpha-linolenic acid, which is a form of omega-3 unsaturated fatty acid, which helps to reduce pain and inflammation. Linseed oil can also help reduce morning stiffness associated with heel spurs.

1.        Heat ¼ cup of linseed oil in a pan until it is warm.
2.        Dip a piece of cheesecloth/ cheese paper into the oil.
3.        Place this cloth over the affected area and cover it with a piece of plastic.
4.        Put a heating pad over the plastic for a few hours. Avoid movement of any kind during this period.
5.        Use this treatment once daily until you get relief from the pain.

To reduce the swelling, use freshly soaked cheese paper twice a day and also to keep the pain and other discomfort under control.

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