Kenneth Kee

A Simple Guide to the Heel Spur, Diagnosis, Treatment and Related Conditions (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This book describes The Heel Spur, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases

Recently I have a patient who had a severe pain in the right heel while walking for the past 6 months.
He had seen several doctors and even an acupuncturist without improvement.
The first thing after examining his heel was to send him for an X-ray of the heel.
The X-ray showed the presence of a bony spur on the underside of the calcaneum or heel bone.
The bony heel spur may not cause pain but can produce painful inflammation of the fibrous band of connective tissue (plantar fascia) that passes along the bottom of the foot.
This inflammation of the fascia (plantar fasciitis) is what causes the pain in my patient when walking.
The treatment is injection of steroid to the inflamed area or surgical removal of the heel spur.
The patient improves after several injections of steroid.

A heel spur is a small bony outgrowth that is formed on the calcaneum or heel bone, either at the back of the heel or under the sole of the heel.

It is caused by injury to the bone that has accumulated over a long period of time as a result of chronic inflammation of the Achilles tendon in the calf or the tough connective tissue called the plantar fascia, which is present on the soles of the feet.

An X-ray is often required to verify a heel spur diagnosis.

A heel spur may form a bony protrusion on the underside of the heel bone extending by as much as 1.25cm (half an inch).

The heel spur is the pointed bony outgrowth of the heel bone that can cause immense pain in the foot region and restrict the mobility of the sufferer.

The heel spur can induce swelling or pain in one or more joints and also restrict the joint movement.

While the heel spur may not affect the patient's health, it can cause problems with the mobility.

The calcaneus bone of the heel can develop the pointed bony outgrowth slowly over the years.

The outgrowth can produce chronic local inflammation by inducing the swelling in the soft-tissue tendons or the fascia.

The heel spur can also appear under the heel, back of the heel or underneath the sole of the foot.

Inflammation of the Achilles tendon can cause the protrusion of the heel spur at the back of the heel leading to pain and tenderness at the back of the heel.

The disorder becomes worse while the person is pushing off the ball of the foot.

Risk factors for heel spurs are:
Walking gait abnormalities, which put additional stress on the heel bone, ligaments and nerves near the heel
Running or jogging, specifically on hard surfaces
Poorly shaped or badly fitting worn out shoes, mainly those having lack of proper arch support
Over weight and obesity

The physical examination can reveal the tenderness at the heel spur.

The patient's walk is monitored to detect the problem.

With heel spur, it becomes difficult to walk barefoot on wooden floors, tiles or hard surfaces.

To finally confirm the diagnosis and exclude other causes of heel pain like arthritis, the doctor may request other investigations such as X-rays.

Non-surgical treatments for heel spurs
Stretching exercises
Improved shoes
Ankle taping or strapping to relax stressed muscles and tendons
Shoe inserts or orthotic devices
Physiotherapy
Extra-corporeal shockwave therapy
A course of steroid injections

If conservative treatment does not treat symptoms of heel spurs after 9 to 12 months, surgery may be required to alleviate pain and recover mobility by
Release of the plantar fascia.
Removal of the spur

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Heel Spur
Chapter 2 Causes
Chapter 3 Symptoms
Chapter 4 Diagnosis
Chapter 5 Treatment
Chapter 6 Prognosis
Chapter 7 Plantar Fasciitis
Chapter 8 Achilles' Tendonit...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. Januar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798215077252
• Artikelnr.: 75904917

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
"A Family Doctor's Tale"
This book is a blend of Dr. Kee's personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It's a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.
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