The two growth areas of the calcaneus can be seen on this x-ray. The smaller area to the back of the heel is normal. Notice the small cartilage joint between the two.What are the symptoms of heel pain in the child (Severs disease or Calcaneal apophysitis): ...
BMD was measured in 297 boys and 265 girls by peripheral dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry in the forearm and calcaneus. An accelerometer registered the level of physical activity during 4 days (2 weekdays and the weekend). Weight, height, and skinfold thickness were measured. In order to ...