Niesha Bleichner

Foot Difficulties Explained

Entries from 2015-05-01 to 1 month

Treating Calcaneal Apophysitis

Overview Sever?s disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis or Osgood-Schlatter syndrome of the foot. This traction apophysitis is secondary to repetitive microtraumata or overuse of the heel in young athletes. The calcaneus is situated …

Achilles Tendon Rupture Pain After Surgery

Overview Achilles tendon rupture is an injury that affects the back of your lower leg. It most commonly occurs in people playing recreational sports. The Achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord that connects the muscles in the back of you…