What is calcaneal apophysitis?

Also known as: Sever’s disease

Calcaneal apophysitis, also known as Sever’s disease, is a disease that causes pain and inflammation in the heel of the foot. It most often occurs in children from ages 8 to 14.

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Reviewed by: Craig Spurdle, MD

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM