Treatment Options For Heel Spurs

Pain Medication

There are essentially two pharmaceutical options for pain relief: over-the-counter pain medication and corticosteroid injections. Over-the-counter options include acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen, and naproxen. These anti-inflammatory medications will reduce the inflammation in the tissues, which may help prevent further injuries. Long-term use, however, is not recommended, since it can lead to kidney and stomach problems. Of course, consult a doctor before taking new medications.

Corticosteroid injections have no curative properties; they will only mask the pain. A doctor will make the injection around the pain site. The downside is there is a limit to how many injections you can receive, as steroids can increase the risk for tendon injury.