Calcaneal apophysitis – inflammation of the growth plate of the calcaneus
One of the most common causes of heel pain in adolescents, caused by repetitive stress (overuse injury)
Most common in those who are involved in sports, especially those with lots of running and jumping
Symptoms are heel pain and tenderness at/underneath the heel, with possible mild swelling
Pain is reproduced by squeezing the posterior calcaneus and standing on tip toes
Does not require imaging for typical presentation
Treat with reduction of activity (specifically avoid painful activities), NSAIDs, and stretching exercises
References
Smith JM, Varacallo M. Sever Disease. [Updated 2021 Jul 18]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441928/
