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A calcaneal spur occurs when there is a bone spur, a small bony outgrowth, formed on the heel bone. A more common name for calcaneal spur is heel spur. Calcaneal spurs can be located at the back of the heel or under the sole. Spurs at the back are often associated with Achilles tendonitis, while spurs under the sole are associated with plantar fasciitis. <br> | |||
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A calcaneal spur occurs when there is a bone spur, a small bony outgrowth, formed on the heel bone. A more common name for calcaneal spur is heel spur. Calcaneal spurs can be located at the back of the heel or under the sole. Spurs at the back are often associated with Achilles tendonitis, while spurs under the sole are associated with plantar fasciitis.
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