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Bone Spur: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Obesity

Obese or overweight people are often at a higher risk of developing a bone spur. This is mainly because the excess weight will lead to more pressure and strain on your lower bones and feet. As a result, it speeds up the breakdown of your cartilage, which is one of the main causes of a bone spur. For this reason, it is advisable to keep a healthy weight and lose some pounds by doing exercises regularly. Also, adopt a healthy and balanced diet with a variety of foods to keep fit. [5]