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If your child develops heel pain, which gets worse after exercising, they are likely suffering from calcaneal apophysitis. Also known as Sever's disease, this condition is the most common cause of child heel pain, and it is typically the result of overuse.
What Causes Calcaneal Apophysitis?
According to Boston Children's Hospital, calcaneal apophysitis occurs when the growth plate and bone in the lower back portion of a child's heel becomes inflamed. Most cases arise during the two-year growth spurt of early puberty. During this time, the heel bone, which is also known as the calcaneus, goes through a growth spurt of its own, which can cause the muscles and tendons, especially the Achilles tendon, to become very tight and to damage this growing bone.
The typical child suffering with Sever's disease is usually between the ages of 8 and 13 and involved in a sport that requires a lot of jumping and running. The most common sport associated with this condition is soccer, according to the National Center for Biotechnology.
Symptoms
Children who develop Sever's disease will complain of pain in the back of one or both of their heels, especially when engaged in a sport that involves repetitive pounding of their feet. Some children also experience pain on the sides and bottom of the heel. In addition, the heel may occasionally be swollen or red, and a doctor may find that the back of the heel is also tender to the touch.
Treatment
Because there are other conditions, such as an infection or a fracture, that could also cause a child heel pain, you should always have your child's condition properly diagnosed by a podiatrist at Academy Foot and Ankle. The doctor may order an x-ray of the heel to verify that there are no factures and also so that he can look at the growth plates.
If the podiatrist diagnoses your child as having Sever's disease, he will probably order a course of treatment that includes leg stretches and resting the heel in order to give it time to get better. He may also recommend that your child substitute his current high-impact activity with one that will be less stressful on his heels, such as swimming or biking.
To relieve the pain your child is suffering, your podiatrist at Academy Foot and Ankle may suggest that you give your child over-the-counter medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, and to also ice down the area. In addition, some podiatrists may also prescribe the use of orthotics or heel cups to protect the area from further aggravation. If you have any questions or concerns, please call us at
Bunion Treatment
What are Bunions? Bunions are those unsightly and often painful bumps that form on the outside of your big toe, near its base. They are caused when the big toe deviates sideways towards the other toes, which then causes the metatarsophalangeal joint to move in the opposite direction. Eventually, a bump consisting of soft tissue and bone forms over the joint.
Unfortunately, this condition is not uncommon. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, over 50 percent of women in the United States suffer from bunions. Bunions are genetic! You can thank mom, dad, grandma, or grandpa for them. Narrow or high-heeled shoes can put pressure on the bunion and make them hurt worse.
Bunion Treatment
If you believe you have a bunion and it is causing you pain, there are a number of ways you can correct or manage this condition. The first step is to see a podiatrist to determine whether you have a bunion or possibly some other condition.
• If your podiatrist diagnoses your bump as a bunion, he will most likely begin your bunion treatment by recommending that you wear wider, more comfortable shoes that won't crowd your toes. If you own a number of shoes that are too narrow or too tight and cannot afford a whole new wardrobe of footwear, consider purchasing a Ball and Ring Shoe Stretcher. These devices can stretch the specific parts of your shoes that are irritating your bunion.
• Your doctor may also recommend that you wear a gel bunion sleeve or a gel bunion cushion as part of your bunion treatment. Both of these products can protect the bump from painful pressure from your shoes.
• You may also want to try using foam toe separators to separate your big toe from the second toe.
Surgery
If your bunion continues to cause you pain even after conservative treatment, you may want to consider surgery. Most bunion surgeries involve realigning the toe and removing the bony bump. Consult with the specialists at www.texasfootdoctor.org for more information and advice.
According to a report published in 2011 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 2.6 million children between the ages of 0 and 19 years of age were brought to emergency rooms in the United States due to recreation or sports-related injuries. While some of these injuries were probably minor ones that could be treated with simple Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation (RICE), other injuries required professional care.
If you're overweight and wanting to shed some pounds, but being on your feet is uncomfortable, you’re not alone. The American Pediatric Medical Association estimates that overweight people have three times as many foot problems as do those of average weight. This is because no other part of your body bears as much weight as your feet. If you're working a job that has you on your feet for hours at a time, you may dread the thought of being on them for another 30 minutes in order to get in a good workout, but by taking care of your feet, they'll help you to lose weight. Here are some actions we recommend to help reduce foot pain and lose weight:
- Elevate Your Feet- After a long day, give your feet some TLC by taking off your shoes, massaging them and putting them up in order to aid your circulation. Soaking your feet in a foot bath and washing them will also help to rejuvenate them and give you the energy boost you need to lace up your sneakers and head out for a walk.
- Exercise- The less your feet hurt, the more you can exercise in terms of frequency and duration. If your feet aren't up to a walk, aerobics, or the elliptical machine, try swimming. Since you are weightless while in the water, there's no pressure on your feet and you can still get an excellent workout.
- Eat Well- Getting the right food in your body is a extremely important when trying to lose weight. Make simple lifestyle changes so that your weight loss is permanent. Snack on fruits and nuts instead of chips, switch to water instead of juice or soda and add more protein to your diet to keep you full without filling up on carbs.
- Get Proper Shoes- Having properly fitting shoes will not only make your feet feel more comfortable, but they'll also allow you to exercise longer and more frequently. Match the type of shoe to the kind of exercise that you are doing, and make sure that you walk around in them before you buy them. Go shoe shopping in the afternoon, when your tissues are swollen and your feet are at their largest, in order to get the best fit.
Do be sure to talk to your doctor when trying to lose weight. Focus on losing small amounts of weight since every little bit of weight loss helps reduce your foot pain. Finally, contact your local podiatrist at Academy Foot and Ankle for a consultation on how to best treat your foot problems.