My son has developed heel pain. He's only 12 but he is very active in sports. What's going on?

He probably has developed an inflammation of the growth plate of the heel. This should be treated professionally immediately to reduce the chance of heel deformity.

When I get up in the morning I get terrible heel pain. It lasts for a while and them it seems to go away. What's happening?

Morning heel pain is a common symptom of plantar fasciitis with possible heel spur.  Xrays and podiatric evaluation to view the heel bone is important to rule out other diagnoses as a stress fracture.

My heels crack and bleed. Is there anything I can do?

Dry skin and fissuring is a common problem in our feet during the winter season and also patients with poor circulation.  Application of creams and emollients may help but an evaluation with a podiatrist regarding circulation and infection is important.