A heel spur is caused by a deposit of calcium which can cause a small protrusion at the base of the heel bone. Although often painless, sometimes the spur can cause discomfort, making it difficult to continue with day to day activities.

While they may be unexpected, most cycling injuries are preventable and avoidable. Here are the top three most common foot and ankle cycling injuries and the steps you can take to avoid them.

Our feet withstand a lot of pressure, so it's no surprise that they're prone to injury and pain. Constant activity can create heel pain in anyone, even if you're young. Our Certified Podiatrists can help people with plantar fasciitis in Birmingham and surrounding areas at our clinic.