Child Heel Pain in Glasgow
Child heel pain can be frustrating when it affects walking, running, shoes or day-to-day confidence. At The Hub Glasgow, the aim is to work out what is actually driving the problem and give you a sensible next step.
What it can feel like
Children may complain of heel pain during sport, after activity or when walking, and the cause is not always the same as adult heel pain.
Common causes
- Growth plate irritation
- Sports load
- Footwear or pitch surface
- Calf tightness and load
- Impact volume
How we assess it
Assessment may include checking the painful area, skin and nails, joint movement, strength, walking pattern, footwear, pressure points and whether gait analysis, diagnostic ultrasound or onward referral would be useful.
Treatment options
- Child-friendly assessment
- Sports load advice
- Footwear guidance
- Calf and strength work where suitable
- Referral guidance if symptoms are unusual
Questions people often ask
When should I get child heel pain checked?
Book an assessment if symptoms are getting worse, changing how you walk, stopping activity, recurring after rest or making normal shoes uncomfortable.
Will I need orthotics or imaging?
Not always. Orthotics, imaging or shockwave are only useful for certain problems. The first job is to identify the likely source of pain and the load or pressure keeping it irritated.