Colorado Springs Heel Spurs

Know you’re getting the right care for your heel spurs

Colorado Springs Heel Spurs - Foot Anatomy

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Here’s what you should know about getting board-certified Colorado Springs heel spurs care at Intermountain Foot & Ankle:

A heel spur is a bone growth on the heel bone. It is usually located on the underside of the heel bone where it attaches to the plantar fascia, a long band of connective tissue running from the heel to the ball of the foot. This connective tissue holds the arch together and acts as a shock absorber during activity. If the plantar fascia is over-stretched from running, wearing poor-fitting shoes, or being overweight, pain can result from the stress and inflammation of the tissue pulling on the bone. Over time, the body builds extra bone in response to this stress resulting in heel spurs. Treatment options may include:

  • rest
  • cold packs
  • anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen
  • proper stretching prior to activity
  • proper footwear or shoe inserts
  • corticosteroid injections
  • surgery (for more severe, prolonged conditions)

Colorado Springs Heel Spurs Doctor - Kerry E. Berg, DPMHow to Get Help from a Colorado Springs Heel Spurs Doctor

Get relief from heel spurs at Intermountain Foot & Ankle. Kerry E. Berg, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at Intermountain Foot & Ankle Associates, P.C. in Colorado Springs, CO. Dr. Berg has also obtained her certification in wound care.

» More about: Kerry E. Berg, DPM, Colorado Springs Heel Spurs Doctor

» More about: American Board of Podiatric Surgeons (abps.org)

Schedule A Consultation

To schedule a private, in-person consultation with Dr. Kerry Berg, please call:

(719) 594-9920

New patients are welcome. We accept most insurances (except Medicaid or Colorado Access), cash, and major credit cards. Please note: Some consultations are free of cost but are otherwise covered by most insurance plans.

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