Growing Pains

It is natural for parents to worry about the physical development of their children. As a parent himself, George Bannah understands the feeling of concern “Is there really something wrong or am I over-reacting?”.

If the symptom your child is experiencing is not below, George is happy to take your call to discuss whether there is a need to make an appointment.

Common Symptoms

    • Sore knees, ankles, heels, arches during and / or after activity
    • Hobbling / limping with walking / running
    • Unable to keep up with others / run the game out
    • Complaining of shoes rubbing / hurting
    • Lack of interest in / avoidance of activity
    • Tight, aching muscles
    • Recent growth spurts
    • Flat feet

Common Conditions

    • Sever’s disease
    • Osgood Schlatter’s disease
    • Plantar heel pain / plantar fasciitis / heel spur pain
    • Patello-Femoral syndrome
    • Stress fracture
    • Achilles tendinosis
    • Muscle strain

Common Treatments

    • Taping and off-loading padding
    • Stretching / strengthening
    • Icing
    • Massage
    • Activity modification or rest
    • Footwear assessment, education and advice
    • Assessing and addressing contributing biomechanical abnormalities
    • Orthotic therapy where indicated