Bone spurs are protruding calcium deposits that can form on any bone in your body, including those in your feet. They are often found at joints where two bones intersect, but they can also form where a bone meets a tendon or ligament. While bone spurs are not painful by themselves, when they rub against a nerve or a bone, they can cause irritation and inflammation. Treatment of bone spurs in your feet includes rest, anti-inflammatories or surgery. Although they won't heal the bone spur, certain vitamins can help relieve the pain and prevent new ones from forming.
Calcium
Calcium deficiency has been linked to bone spurs. This is an important nutrient for overall bone strength and health. Maintaining enough calcium in your diet can prevent abnormal calcium deposits from forming, which can result in bone spurs. According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, the average adult needs 1,000 to 1,200 mg a day of this mineral. The best sources for calcium are milk, yogurt, cheese, cereals, grains, broccoli and kale.
Magnesium
Approximately 50 percent of the magnesium in your body is found in your bones, according to the ODS. This is an essential mineral for strong bone health and calcium absorption, which can help prevent bone spurs from forming. Rich sources of magnesium include green, leafy vegetables, halibut, almonds, cashews, soybeans, potatoes and cereal. Adults need 310 mg to 420 mg a day.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 can act as an anti-inflammatory in the body. This nutrient can help relieve inflammation and pain in the foot associated with bone spurs. Adults should get 2.4 micrograms a day of B12 and can find it in fish, beef, liver, clams, eggs, milk and cereals.
Warning
As with any medical condition, it is best to consult your physician before taking any dietary supplements or trying any new treatment. Your doctor can advise you on which vitamins may help the bone spurs in your foot.
