Severs Disease

Severs disease is a relatively common problem in youngsters aged 10-15 years. The pain is felt at the back and sides of the heel. This is where there is a thin cartilage growth plate that allows the heel bone to grow. This growth plate merges with bone by age 15, so it’s no longer a problem after that. Severs Disease tends to be much more common in those who are more active, particularly on the harder sports fields. The Achilles tendon also attaches to the back of this growth area, so that

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