Objective Calcaneal apophysitis, is a relatively common cause of heel pain in children. Very few randomised studies have evaluated treatment options. This trial compared the effectiveness of currently ...

Calcaneal apophysitis (Sever disease) is the most common cause of heel pain in childhood athletes. The condition is typically seen between ages 9 and 12.

Sever’s disease is a traction apophysitis of the calcaneum. The calcaneal apophysis is located at the posteroinferior aspect of the calcaneum. The injury occurs from bone remodelling in response to ...

Named for James Sever, an orthopedic surgeon, this problem is medically classified as calcaneal apophysitis, translated as inflammation around the “apophysis” of the heel.

WHEN we use the term “growing pains” in children, S ever's disease, otherwise known as calcaneal apophysitis, falls into this group. It is a common foot disorder found in children and ...

Firstly it is referred to as Sever's Disease or Calcaneal Apophysitis. While I don't see it that often, it is something that exists. To be honest, I'd probably see more ...

You see a 14-year-old boy who plays tennis and rugby. He has been asked to attend an elite rugby academy, which involves two extra training sessions per week on top of his school rugby and tennis ...