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Sever’s Disease
Also known as Calcaneal Apophysitis, a common heel problem affecting children.
Cause
Sever’s is largely idiopathic, and is particularly prevalent in active children undergoing rapid growth spurts between 8 and 15 yrs old.
Signs and Symptoms
The most common signs and symptoms associated with Sever’s disease include:
Recovery
Sever’s Disease will recover without intervention as muscle and tendon growth catch up to periods of rapid bone growth. Symptoms may be managed with occasional cool therapy or oral medications as prescribed by a physician.