For athletes, pain isn’t unfamiliar. Sore calves, tight hamstrings, aching joints—these are often expected, even welcomed, as signs of hard work. But heel pain is different. It doesn’t always wait until after a long training day to show up. It’s there first thing in the morning, before warm-ups, before the miles or drills begin. And … Read more
Young athletes have a lot on their plates. Between growing up, school, and their athletic activities they’re pretty busy by kid standards. With all of the constant activity, it’s no wonder that children’s athletic injuries aren’t always noticeable right away. They often get written off as growing pains or minor accidental injuries, but sometimes they’re … Read more
Encouraging an active lifestyle is an important part of giving your child the tools they will need to live a healthy life. That being said, young athletes are certainly capable of injuring themselves. Heel pain in young athletes is always worth addressing. In fact, they’re a bit more prone to injury for a couple of … Read more