Description: Iselin's disease, is an interruption of the blood supply to the fifth Metatarsal (see diagram) seen in growing athletic children. It manifests itself as a lateral pain across the foot accompanied by swelling. Although amenable to treatment, it is a self-limiting disorder, disappearing spontaneously with time. The cause is unknown but it is linked with rapid growth.

Treatment: Since the disease is self-limiting, treatment is usually unnecessary but at Active life Podiatry, we make up an orthosis.