Paedeatric Podiatry

Children's feet differ from those of adults, as they are not yet fully developed. At 6 months of age the foot is still mostly cartilage, in fact the last bone doesn't begin until children are about 3 years old. By the time we turn 18 the bones have fully matured. Sometimes children walk with their feet pointed inwards (in-toeing), outwards (out-toeing) or on their toes (tiptoes). In most cases, these variations in walking are a normal part of growth and development. Most children will grow out of these walking styles. If this walking type is only on one foot or leg, your child is tripping more than seems normal or if your child is not keeping up with their friends in regard to activity such as running and playing, a podiatrist may be able to assist.

A Child's foot grows in length and changes in shape over time. Arch development is individual thing and arch height, or lack of an arch doesn’t always indicate that a child will have problems with their feet. If your child has pain or has a flat foot that looks different to their other foot, then a podiatrist can assist. Paediatric podiatry problems which we treat include gait assessment and correction, warts, severs disease, Osgood-Schlatter disease, footwear advice and growing pains.

Children not only have unique issues when compared to adults, but they also have unique treatments. At Podiatry & Moore we try and tailor our treatment plans to not only the child's needs but the also the child's ability and understanding. We like to utilise games and fun activities in the treatments plan to make it easier and more practical for the child and their families.