If the feet are properly cared for during childhood, that care can prevent a wide range of issues as children grow into adults. During childhood, injuries and development issues can cause deformities and problems with the growth plate. Foot conditions can be inherited, caused by ill-fitting shoes, or result from injuries. Thankfully, many foot conditions can be prevented, and those that cannot be prevented can be treated. With Pediatric Foot Care, parents can rest assured their child’s foot health is protected.
There are several foot conditions that can occur in children.
* Clubfoot is present at birth and is caused by short tendons that make the foot bend in a downward or inward position. Treatment for this condition usually begins around two weeks of age, with casting and joint manipulation. This treatment can help to correct the positioning of the foot so the child will be able to walk normally.
* Flat feet are more common than many people realize, and the condition can cause painful walking and running as a child grows older and becomes more active. This condition is caused by a weakening of the tendons in the foot and can be corrected with orthotics and special foot exercises.
* Freiberg’s Disease is a painful condition caused by damage to the growth plate. There are a wide array of treatments available for this disease, depending on when it occurs in a child’s life and how severe. With Pediatric Foot Care, this disease can be properly treated.
* Gordon’s Syndrome is caused when the joints of the toes are stuck in a flexed position. Surgery and physical therapy are often needed to ensure the child’s toes will be able to move normally and their ability to walk is not impaired.
No parent wants their child to face foot problems that will affect them for the rest of their life. When a parent suspects their child has any foot ailments, it is important they take them to a foot specialist right away to determine the best course of treatment. If you would like to learn more about foot care, visit. Call today and schedule your child’s appointment so their foot development and health can be protected. You can also follow them on Twitter for more updates.
