The higher the level of HDL cholesterol in your blood, the LOWER your chance is of getting heart disease. Coronary heart disease is a condition in which plaque (plak) builds up inside the coronary (heart) arteries. Plaque is made up of cholesterol, fat, calcium, and other substances found in the blood.
Fractured Heel Bone Treatment. The treatment for a calcaneus fracture depends on type and the severity of the fracture. Some calcaneus fractures can be treated with a splint, but most calcaneus fractures are treated with a leg cast. Crutches help to reduce stress on the fractured bones.
Epsom salt can help soothe your heels, giving you instant relief from pain. It can also reduce inflammation. 1  Put 2 to 3 tablespoons of Epsom salt in a tub of warm water.  Soak the affected heel in the tub for 10 to 15 minutes.