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Would A Muscle Relaxer Help With Pain In Heel Due To A Bone Spur?

I have a bone spur on my left heel. I was dx many years ago but just recently started having major pain with it. I am unable to take NSAIDs due to a stomach condition. I work on my feet all day and now the pain is to the point it will not subside. I have taken pain medication, put lidocaine cream and ice for 20 mins with no relief. Would a muscle relaxer help? I have them for my back.
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Hi,

You should get physically examined by a PCP and get an X-ray done to evaluate the cause of pain( fracture, nerve pinch, sprain or muscle strain). Yes, muscle relaxants are effective, you can take Carisoprodol(Soma), Oxazepam or Methocarbamol(Robaxin).
You can use pain sprays that relieve pain like Volini, they are also effective. Do not massage and keep your feet at rest for a couple of days.

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Would A Muscle Relaxer Help With Pain In Heel Due To A Bone Spur?

Hi, You should get physically examined by a PCP and get an X-ray done to evaluate the cause of pain( fracture, nerve pinch, sprain or muscle strain). Yes, muscle relaxants are effective, you can take Carisoprodol(Soma), Oxazepam or Methocarbamol(Robaxin). You can use pain sprays that relieve pain like Volini, they are also effective. Do not massage and keep your feet at rest for a couple of days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.