Are... - Dr Ezekiel Oburu - Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Sever’s disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, is a common condition that affects children and adolescents. It occurs when the growth plate in the heel bone (calcaneus) becomes inflamed due to repetitive stress or overuse. Sever’s disease typically causes pain in the back or bottom of the heel, which may worsen with physical activity such as running or jumping. Other symptoms may include swelling, redness, and tenderness in the affected area. Treatment for Sever’s disease typically involv

The most common symptoms of plantar fasciitis include: Heel pain. Pain in the arch of your foot. Stiffness. Swelling around your heel. A tight Achilles tendon. It usually causes an achy pain in your heel or along the bottom of your foot. The pain can change depending on what you’re doing or the time of day. One of the treatments is PRP, Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is usually injected to heal and repair injuries. #prpinjection #plantarfaciitis #heelpain #painrelief #physiotherapy #plantarfasciitis