This is a condition that usually affects children between the ages of 8 and 14, especially if they are highly active and undergoing a growth spurt. Pain is caused by inflammation of the Achilles tendon at the attachment point of the heel bone, due to high levels of stress on the growth plate of the heel. Children involved in jumping sports are most likely to be affected, but any child could experience pain from Sever’s. You may notice your child limping or walking on their toes and complaining of pain in the back of one or both feet.
The pain normally resolves itself when the growth spurt is over or when the child has stopped growing. Diagnosis will provide reassurance for you and your child and ways to reduce the painful symptoms, which can include Ice therapies, activity modifications and a stretching program during and after sport can also help.
York Podiatry Ltd, registered as a limited company in England and Wales under company number: 09764464.
Registered Company Address: York Podiatry, 10 Boroughbridge Road, York, YO26 5RU.
VAT Registration Number 09764464
Cancellations: We may implement a charge to those who fail to attend their appointments without adequate notice. This will be a standard charge of 50% of the appointment missed and will be required to be paid BEFORE booking or receiving any further treatment. Adequate notice is at least 1 working days notice from the time of your appointment. Please call whenever possible to cancel so we can implement the change straight away and please do not email cancellations.
