Children's Feet

Podopaediatrics is the evaluation and conservative management of congenital, developmental and traumatic conditions affecting the foot and lower limb of newborns to adolescents.

My child has flat feet – What should I do about it?

Young children tend to have a fat pad in the arch giving the appearance of a flat foot.

It is usually not indicated to interfere earlier than about 6 or 7 years of age once their foot resembles that of an adult unless the youngster exhibits significant orthopedic or congenital deformities.

Expert diagnosis will alleviate your fears. If necessary proper care and treatment of the feet by your podiatrist beginning in childhood will prevent many of the mechanical and orthopedic problems seen in adults.

Deviation from Normal

Certain neurological conditions result in spastic gait for instance and orthopedic conditions such as congenital deformities, osteochondroses, fractures, torsional and positional deformities.

Manifestation of X and O legs is common in Indonesia as is flat feet.

In addition, many children walk with an excessively in–toe or out–toe gait. Although they may not be in pain, they are damaging their feet. If indicated, orthotics can be fabricated with a gait plate to help correct in–toeing or out toeing.

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Warning: If something is unusual or your child complains of pain, they avoid weight bearing activities such as sports, or they constantly trip or fall, don’t delay in seeking professional diagnosis – it could be a potentially serious problem – bone tumour, hip dysplasia, infection, juvenile chronic arthritis etc. If serious, early treatment benefits outcomes.