What are the symptoms of heel spur vs. plantar fasciitis?

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I don't know if I have plantar fasciitis or heel spur. What are the symptoms of each and how do I tell the difference?

Heel spur Plantar fasciitis Symptoms of plantar fasciitis Symptoms of heel spur

Kris Noble

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Heel Spur vs Plantar Fascitis
A heel spur is a calcium deposit on the plantar fascia that generates a bony protrusion.
Plantar fasciitis, on the other hand, is a condition in which the plantar fascia becomes inflamed and swollen, causing heel pain. 

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