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The Fulshear Guide to Tackling Sever’s Disease 

ByFulshear Foot and Ankle

October in Fulshear means Friday Night Lights. But the intense demands of youth football and competitive cheerleading often bring an unwelcome guest to the mid-season: pediatric heel pain. If your 8- to 14-year-old athlete is suddenly walking with a severe limp after practice, complaining of sharp pain at the back of their heel, or refusing to let you touch the back of their foot, they might be suffering from Sever’s Disease.

kids kicking a soccer ball
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The Back-to-School Checklist for Preventing Youth Sports Foot Injuries

ByFulshear Foot and Ankle

Sending your child back to the soccer field or track should be exciting, but ignoring early warning signs of foot pain can quickly sideline their entire season. On the flip side, catching minor aches before they turn into severe structural problems saves your young athlete from painful recoveries and costly interventions down the road.

The Parents’ Guide to Pediatric Foot Care

The Parents’ Guide to Pediatric Foot Care

ByFulshear Foot and Ankle

In general, it is both fascinating and wonderful to watch children grow. You celebrate their first steps. You buy their first pair of soccer cleats. But when your child starts tripping constantly, walking “funny,” or complaining that their legs are tired, anxiety replaces excitement. You might ask: “Is this just a phase, or is something wrong?”