Severs Disease

Severs disease or calcaneal apophysitis is a common problem of the heel in children aged 8 to 12 years. Some recent data on Severs Disease has suggested that the mechanism of injury may be a stress fracture like lesion of the cartilage growth plate. Most cases respond well to a cushioning heel lift, calf muscle stretching and some reduction in activity levels. Some may need foot orthotics or strapping. All cases of Severs Disease are self limiting as the growth plates fuses by around age

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