Friday, September 25, 2009

Common Childhood Foot Complications - Continued

STRESS FRACTURE - Pain; Swelling
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Immobilization; Surgery

SEVER'S DISEASE (HEEL PAIN) - Pain with side-to-side pressure of the heel; Pain with activity; Pain with soccer or baseball cleats
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Rest; Ice; Shoe change

TOE-WALKERS - Walking on toes
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Stretching exercises; Neurological exam; Surgery in severe cases

PLANTAR FASCIITIS (HEEL PAIN) - Pain when standing or walking
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Stretching; Arch supports; Custom foot orthotics

ANKLE/FOOT FRACTURE - Pain in the area of fracture; Protruding bone
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Casting, Rehabilitation

ANKLE SPRAIN - Pain, Swelling, Bruising
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Immobilization; Casting; Bracing

PLANTAR WARTS - Painful thickening of the skin; Hard and flat; elevated surface most often on the sole of the foot
RECOMMENDED TREATMENTS - Mild acids; Lasers; Freezing temperature; Surgical removal; Medication
As always, if you notice any of these symptoms, please call the Office for an appointment - 419-423-1888.

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