29/06/2025
Do you have an active child between the age of 8 & 14, complaining of heel pain?
Calcaneal apophysitis (commonly referred to as Severâs Disease) is a common source of pain for children who love being active.
Itâs often dismissed as âgrowing painsâ & occurs due to load or impact being applied to a vulnerable growth plate. This ongoing pain can be a source of frustration for kids who want to be enjoying an active lifestyle with their friends.
But if dismissed as âgrowing painsâ & your child continues to âpush through the painâ, overcompensation can lead to injury in other areas or in some cases create a stress fracture of the growth plate.
As podiatrists, we are experts in managing the lower limb & Calcaneal apophysitis is a very common condition that can be managed with appropriate advice & treatment. This includes recommendations for footwear, exercises to help alleviate the pain & stress on the heel & where necessary fitting heel raises or orthotics for your child.
