What happens if a bone spur breaks off?

What happens if a bone spur breaks off?

If a spur breaks off from the bone, it can linger in the joint or get stuck in the lining of the joint. Such wandering bone spurs are called loose bodies. A loose body can make it feel like you can’t move a joint. This “locking” can come and go.

What does a broken heel spur feel like?

sharp pain like a knife in the heel when standing up in the morning. a dull ache in the heel throughout the rest of the day. inflammation and swelling at the front of the heel. heat radiating from the affected area.

What can you do for a broken heel spur?

Resting your heel. If you run or jog, taking a break will help your heel pain. Using cold packs or ice. Taking oral anti-inflammatory medicine. Wearing footwear or shoe inserts that support your arches and protect your plantar fascia by cushioning the bottom of your foot.

Do bone spurs fall off?

Your symptoms might get worse when you exercise or try to move the affected joint. A bone spur can break off and get stuck in the lining of the joint. This is called a “loose body.” It can lock up the joint and make it hard to move.