A common site for bone spurs in the foot is the:

subtalar
tuberosity on the base of the 5th metatarsal
sustentaculum tali
tuberosity of the calcaneus


tuberosity of the calcaneus

Rationale: The tuberosity of the calcaneus can be a site for bone spur growth that can be very painful, especially when bearing weight.

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