The formation of a bony protrusion due to calcium deposits on the heel due to excessive strain on the foot bone is calledheel spur. Heel spurs, which occur slowly and can be seen in all age groups, are mainly caused by the strain of the muscles and ligaments in the foot.
Heel spursespecially during running and jumping movements. It is very common in people who are interested in sports activities. Again, the most common age group is the middle age group. However, it is not only seen in athletes and middle-aged people. As we mentioned above, it can be seen in anyone.
Surgery is very rarely used in the treatment of heel spurs. Sometimes the patient can treat this problem himself. Treatment begins by regulating life habits.Heel spurexercises that can be easily done at home are very useful. Moving the foot back and forth with a ball or cylinder-shaped tool such as a tennis ball or a can can is an exercise method. strong>
Rest will also be beneficial for heel spurs. You can apply ice to the bottom of your feet. Place your foot on an ice pack wrapped in cloth and wait 20 minutes. Repeat this process at 20-minute intervals for 1-2 hours.
In cases that do not resolve with such simple methods, cortisone or PRP can be applied. Success can be achieved with these methods applied by injection directly into the heel.
Radiofrequency andHeel Spur
Heel Spur >Very successful results can be achieved with the radiofrequency method we use in treatment. In this procedure, the aim is to disperse the heel spur with radiofrequency applied directly to the heel. There is no need for an operating room environment, it can also be applied in a polyclinic environment.The patient who has heel spur treatment can go home immediately after the procedure, without getting tired, without any difficulty, or without being exposed to any side effects.
What is Radiofrequency?
Radiofrequency is the application of electrical energy in a controlled manner and exposing the tissue to temperature or lesion. Electrodes with insulated body and uninsulated tip (special needle) are placed in the problem area. Current is sent into the tissue through the electrodes connected to the radiofrequencydevice.
For which diseases is it applied?
• Knee pain, knee arthritis
• Shoulder pain, frozen shoulder
• Waist, neck, back pain and hernias
•Heel spur
• Trigeminal neuralgia
• Sacroiliac joint problems
• Mechanical pains caused by posture
What are the Advantages of Radiofrequency?
The most important advantage of radiofrequency application, which has many positive differences, isnon-surgical< In radiofrequency, which is defined as minimal intervention, general anesthesia is not required and operating room conditions are not required. A sterile outpatient clinic environment is sufficient. Another positive side is that it is a painless procedure. The patient can go home immediately after the procedure. While the heel spur is treated with radiofrequency, the area to be treated is monitored on the monitor. It is extremely safe because it is made with a controlled and sensitive device.
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