Effectiveness of Stretching and Arch Strengthening in a 10-year-old male with Calcaneal Apophysitis

Authors

Hannah Hardesty, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Catherine M. Andrea, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

The aim of this case report is to create an independent exercise program to minimize pain while allowing continued participation in recreational activities.

Calcaneal apophysitis is a common condition in children that often results in the cessation of physical activity and participation in social activities, which can have a negative effect on both physical and mental well-being.^2-5 This case demonstrates positive outcomes with the use of static/dynamic stretching combined with arch strengthening in the rehabilitation of a patient with bilateral calcaneal apophysitis without reducing the child’s participation in daily and recreational activities.

Publication Date

Fall 2018

City

St. Augustine, FL

Keywords

Foot Diseases, Child, Muscle Stretching Exercises, Resistance Training

Disciplines

Physical Therapy | Rehabilitation and Therapy

Comments

Presented at the Fall 2018 Research Day on the St. Augustine, FL, campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.

Recommended Citation

Hardesty, H., & Andrea, C. M. (2018, October 1). Effectiveness of Stretching and Arch Strengthening in a 10-year-old male with Calcaneal Apophysitis. Poster presented at the Campus Research Day Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/flsafall2018/7 Hardesty, Hannah and Andrea, Catherine M., "Effectiveness of Stretching and Arch Strengthening in a 10-year-old male with Calcaneal Apophysitis" (2018). St. Augustine, Fall 2018. 7.
Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/flsafall2018/7