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heel spur [′hēl ‚spər] (medicine) A bony growth produced by excessive musculoskeletal tension at the heel. Also known as calcaneal exostosis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Heel pain: Inflammation or irritation of the heel can be a sign of heel spurs, formed by extra bone buildup where the heel meets the arch. Recently, podiatrists have been using endoscopy to sever the ligament that attaches to the heel spur. Until recently thousands of Americans suffering from heel pain, with or without a heel spur, had to endure the very painful condition called plantar |
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