Beyond the Heel: Unraveling Sever’s Disease and Achilles Tendinitis Through Ultrasound Diagnosis

Abstract

Sever's disease, or calcaneal apophysitis, is a common cause of heel pain in physically active children. This case report presents the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of a 10-year-old female patient with persistent left heel pain. Clinical examination and diagnostic ultrasound confirmed the diagnosis of Sever's disease. Treatment involved a comprehensive approach, including medication, immobilization, therapy modalities, and exercises. The patient showed improvement after 10 weeks of therapy. This case emphasizes the significance of early recognition, accurate diagnosis, and multimodal management for successful outcomes in Sever's disease.