Heel, Achilles & Arch Pain · Pulaski
Sever's Disease treatment in Pulaski, TN
Expert care for Sever's disease at our Pulaski clinic, 306 South 7th Street.
Understanding Sever's disease, and how we help in Pulaski.
Looking for help with Sever's disease in Pulaski? Our Pulaski clinic at 306 South 7th Street offers exams, treatment, and follow up close to home.
Sever's disease is heel pain in growing kids, caused by irritation of the growth plate at the back of the heel bone. The growth plate is a soft area where new bone forms, and the Achilles tendon pulls on it. It is a common overuse problem and not a sign of lasting damage.
It usually appears in active children between about 8 and 14. Simple steps taken early can help your child stay in the game with less pain.
Also called: Calcaneal Apophysitis
Symptoms
Signs of Sever's disease.
If you notice these signs and live near Pulaski, an exam can give you clear answers.
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Heel pain during or after sports and running
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Limping or walking on tiptoes to avoid heel pressure
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Soreness when the sides of the heel are squeezed
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Pain that eases with rest and returns with play
Why it happens
What can cause Sever's disease.
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Fast growth that leaves calf muscles tight
- 02
Lots of running and jumping on hard surfaces
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Cleats or shoes with little heel cushion
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Flat feet or foot alignment that adds strain
Diagnosis and care
How we treat Sever's disease in Pulaski.
Step 1 · Diagnosis
We ask about your child's sports and shoes, then check the heel, calf flexibility, and foot shape. The squeeze test is a simple way to spot growth plate irritation. An X-ray can rule out a fracture or other problem, though it does not usually show Sever's itself.
Step 2 · Treatment
Relief comes from easing the pull on the heel. Heel cups or lifts, supportive shoes, and calf stretches are the core of care. Kids may need to cut back on sports for a while, and ice after play can help. Orthotics or taping are options for those with flat feet or ongoing pain.
Surgery is not used for Sever's disease. It settles as the growth plate matures.
Your visit
What to expect at our Pulaski clinic.
Your visit for Sever's disease in Pulaski is simple and friendly.
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Talk and exam
We listen first, then examine your feet and how you walk at our Pulaski clinic.
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Clear answers
X-rays or other imaging when needed, so you leave knowing what is wrong.
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A plan for you
We begin with gentle options that work, with follow ups close to home in Pulaski.
Recovery
What to expect over time.
Most children feel better within a few weeks to a few months. Pain can return during growth spurts but usually ends once growth is complete.
When to book
Do not wait it out in Pulaski.
Book a visit if your child limps, complains of heel pain after sports, or has pain that lasts more than a week or two. Come in quickly if there is swelling, a fall, or pain at night.
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FAQ
Your questions answered.
Does my child have to quit sports?
Often not fully. Cutting back, using heel support, and stretching may let your child keep playing with less pain.
Will Sever's disease cause problems as an adult?
It does not usually cause lasting harm. It goes away once the heel bone finishes growing.
Do you treat Sever's disease in Pulaski, TN?
Yes. Our Pulaski clinic at 306 South 7th Street, Pulaski, TN 38478 treats Sever's disease in children and adults. Call 615-220-8788 to book a visit.
How soon can I be seen for Sever's disease in Pulaski?
Call the Pulaski clinic at 615-220-8788 or send a request online. Tell us about your pain and we will find the earliest time that works for you.
Pulaski clinic
Get help with Sever's disease in Pulaski.
306 South 7th Street, Pulaski, TN 38478
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Sever's Disease care near Pulaski.
- ColumbiaAbout 30 miles away
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