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Bone spurs

Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are bony projections that develop along the edges of bones. They can occur in any bone in the body, but are most commonly found in the spine, shoulders, hips, hands, and feet. Bone spurs can be caused by normal wear and tear on the joints, injury or trauma to the bones, or certain medical conditions such as arthritis. They can cause pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility, and may compress nearby nerves or blood vessels, leading to additional symptoms. Treatment for bone spurs depends on the location and severity of the spurs, and may include medications, physical therapy, or surgery to remove the spurs. Pain management strategies such as heat or cold therapy, massage, or over-the-counter pain relievers may also be used to manage symptoms associated with bone spurs.

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Disease Signs and Symptoms

Bone pain
Swollen near bone
Weakness and numbness in arms
Weakness and numbness in legs
Knee pain
Difficulty straightening knee fully
Vertebrae, bone spurs can narrow the space that contains the spinal cord.
Bone spurs can pinch the spinal cord or its nerve roots and can cause weakness or numbness in arms or legs.

Disease Causes

Bone spurs

Joint damage from osteoarthritis is the most common cause of bone spurs. As osteoarthritis breaks down the cartilage cushioning the ends of your bones, your body attempts to repair the loss by creating bone spurs near the damaged area.

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Disease Treatments

Bone spurs

If your bone spurs cause pain, your doctor might recommend over-the-counter pain relievers, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve, others).