How to handle your Child's Heel Pain - By: Mariablack

Heel pain in children is ordinary and a commonly seen incident. We often see mothers complaining about - My kid’s heels are killing him with the pain.
But it must not to be left unattended. Kids heel pain is a very common sight and is seen in most growing-up and active kids. Normally seen in young athletes between the ages of 8 to 14 years, it’s not a disease but a sign of a disease. It’s an alarm that your child may need a podiatrist’s attention.
Most children suffer from heel pain especially in their growing years due to repeated minor heel injuries which occur during sports.
The Cause –
- Calcaneal apophysitis:
The most common cause of heel pain in kids. There is an inflammation and redness on the heel plate due to muscle strain.
- Tendo-Achilles bursitis:
Tendo- Achilles bursitis results from heel injuries such as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Other reason is wearing clumsy fit shoes causing inflammation to fluid-filled sac positioned between the Achilles tendon (heel cord) and the heel bone.
- Overuse syndromes:
Achilles tendonitis is the most common overuse syndrome which causes inflammation of the tendon due to repeated running and thumping on hard surfaces.
- Fractures:
Children are always hyper-active. Repetitive stress on their feet result in minor, acute, stress and hairline fractures.
These are some basic reasons for the cause of pediatric heel pain. Moreover beneath are a number of symptoms to realize that your kid is in misery from heel pain.
The Symptoms –
- Pain at the back or bottom of the heel.
- Slight Limp while walking.
- May walk on toes due to discomfort while walking.
- Might have trouble taking part in usual sport activities.
The Treatment (Handling Process) –
- Trim down or put a temporary hold to any physical activity that causes discomfort like running, jumping or any sport activity till it heals completely.
- Use comfy, cushioned shoes that help and reduce any solid impact on the foot while walking, standing.
- In case any critical situation, visit the podiatry clinic immediately.
- Medications like Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen as administered by the podiatrist.
- Physical therapy can be used to encourage healing.
- Use of orthotic devices like a crutch, cast that support the foot and avoid pressure on the foot.
- Surgery, if suggested by the podiatrist.
With a bit of luck, explaining and getting the child involved will be one of the most excellent effects that facilitate dealing with heel pain.

About the Author

Dr. Maria black, board certified podiatrist, writes about various foot conditions and best ways to treat them effectively. Get more information about pediatric heel pain and to request an appointment at MedFoot podiatric clinic, visit our site http://www.medfoot.com

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