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Pediatric heel pain.

Warren A Chiodo1, Keith D Cook

  • 1Podiatry Service, University Hospital-University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, 150 Bergen Street, Room G-142, Newark, NJ 07103, USA.

Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|August 10, 2010
PubMed
Summary
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Pediatric heel pain, often overlooked, requires specialist attention. This study details common causes, symptoms, and treatments for heel pain in children, including rare fracture cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Pediatric Podiatry

Background:

  • Heel pain is frequently diagnosed in adults but also affects pediatric patients.
  • Foot and ankle specialists must be prepared to diagnose and treat heel pain in children.

Observation:

  • The subtle onset of heel pain in children can be challenging for specialists.
  • Common causes, signs, symptoms, and diagnostic methods for pediatric heel pain are explored.

Findings:

  • This review covers common etiologies of pediatric heel pain.
  • Diagnostic workup and treatment strategies are discussed.
  • Two unique cases of pediatric calcaneal fractures are presented.

Implications:

  • Provides a guide for diagnosing and managing pediatric heel pain.
  • Highlights the importance of considering fractures in pediatric heel pain cases.
  • Aids specialists in effectively treating young patients with heel pain.