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Sever's Disease (Calcaneal Apophysitis)

Sever's disease is a painful inflammation of the growth plate in the heel, common in physically active children between ages 8-14.

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Typical Recovery Time
2-8 weeks; resolves with skeletal maturity

🔍 Symptoms

  • Heel pain during or after activity
  • Tenderness at the back of the heel
  • Limping
  • Pain when squeezing the sides of the heel

⚡ Common Causes

  • Rapid growth spurts
  • Repetitive running and jumping
  • Tight calf muscles
  • Cleated footwear on hard surfaces

💊 Treatment Options

1Rest and activity modification
2Ice after activity
3Heel cups or orthotics
4Calf stretching
5NSAIDs

🚨 When to See a Doctor

If your child has severe heel pain or cannot participate in normal activities.

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