Bone spurs, or osteophytes, are a condition that occurs when
your normal bone structure becomes enlarged; and bone spurs can
develop on virtually any bone in your body. These “spurs” are
smooth growths that develop in response to pressure applied to
your bone structure, and by themselves, bone spurs are harmless.
However, when these enlargements impinge on a nerve or other
surrounding tissue, they can cause pain and other problems,
especially when they occur in the spine and press against the
spinal cord or nerve roots. However, there are some bone spurs
prevention steps you can take to potentially avoid the negative
side effects bone spurs can cause. Bone spurs prevention steps
include: - Ensuring your diet is rich in vitamins and calcium to
ensure strong, healthy bones - Exercising regularly -
Maintaining a healthy body weight through diet and exercise -
Taking care of your body and being careful when playing impact
sports, which can cause greater stress on joints and potentially
lead to the growth of bone