Children and Heel Pain

Just wanted to talk about children with heel pain for a second. We see many kids come into our practice complaining of heel pain. Most of the time it is "simple" calcaneal apophysitis or Sever's disease. This an inflammation of the growth plate at the heel. Getting the correct diagnosis involves a good history as well as xrays and possible diagnositic ultrasound. Treatment can be as easy at ice, stretching, change in shoe gear, NSAIDS, heel cup and rest. Consult your pediatrician or podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment.