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.
