A physical examination and consideration of the patient's profile are usually sufficient to make a correct diagnosis. If an active ten-year-old boy complains about a painful heel, Sever's disease is probably going to be their problem. Usually, the doctor does not need to see an X-ray, ultrasound or to take any scans unless they have reason to suspect a more serious health issue. In any event, if this is a case of Sever's disease an X-Ray or CT scan is no help in identifying it.

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