text: Before a stress fracture can be detected on X-rays, the heel area may become swollen and feel warm to the touch, states the American Academy of Family Physicians. (livestrong.com)
  However, in most cases, by the time the skin becomes discolored, the stress fracture may have progressed to a more significant break in the heel bone versus just a small crack. (livestrong.com)
  Painful, tender, nodular swelling along the Achilles near the heel are typical symptoms. (beaconortho.com)
  Devices used to help support the muscle and relieve stress on the tendon, such as a heel pad or shoe insert, may also be used. (globenewswire.com)
  Mercy's team of top surgeons are known for their expertise in correcting ankle deformities caused by unsuccessful ankle fracture treatments. (mdmercy.com)
  If your doctor suspects you have a musculoskeletal problem like a rib fracture or costochondritis, they may check along your ribs, chest, and sternum for areas of swelling. (healthline.com)
  The talus is more susceptible to developing a stress fracture when the ankle is repeatedly overpronated and plantar flexed or rolling in and flattening at the same time as pointing the foot downwards. (sportsinjuryclinic.net)
  However, it's also true that several male elite Australian triathletes have suffered sacral stress fractures in recent years. (sportsinjurybulletin.com)
  We report a rare case of sacral stress fracture in a 10 year old that healed with rest, and discuss the pertinent clinical and radiological findings. (bmj.com)
  Only three cases of sacral stress fracture have been reported in skeletally immature children similar to ours who were fit and active children but not of elite sporting status. (bmj.com)