Paediatric Hammertoes
Hammertoes in children are often unnoticed but can profoundly affect their mobility and daily comfort. Explore the causes behind paediatric hammertoes and comprehensive approaches used in podiatry to manage this deformity. Discover how targeted podiatric care, from specialised footwear to tailored orthoses, can support young feet’s healthy and pain-free development.
Achilles Tendonitis in Children
Achilles tendonitis, once considered an adult ailment, is increasingly affecting young athletes and growing children. That’s why understanding the causes, symptoms, and advanced podiatry interventions available for paediatric Achilles tendonitis can offer hope to parents and active kids grappling with this challenging condition. Discover how specialised exercises, innovative therapies like Shockwave Therapy and custom orthoses revolutionise management approaches for young feet.
Juvenile Bunion
Juvenile bunions, often overlooked in their early stages, can significantly impact a child’s mobility and quality of life. Thankfully, cutting-edge podiatry management strategies, including the RehaWalk Gait System and 3D Gait Analysis, offer hope to families grappling with this challenging condition.
Children’s Shin Splints
Shin splints in children can be painful and disruptive. Learn how paediatric podiatry, including gait analysis, orthoses and tailored exercises, can help manage child shin pain and prevent future injury.
Diabetic Foot Care for Children
Explore the importance of paediatric podiatry in managing diabetic foot care in children. Learn how diabetic foot screenings, appropriate footwear assessments, and custom orthoses can significantly improve your child’s foot health and overall well-being.
Metatarsus Adductus in Children
Paediatric foot blisters are common in active children. With the help of a paediatric podiatrist, you and your child can prevent paediatric foot blisters and, if necessary, manage the condition while the body heals itself.
Paediatric Foot Blisters
Paediatric foot blisters are common in active children. With the help of a paediatric podiatrist, you and your child can prevent paediatric foot blisters and, if necessary, manage the condition while the body heals itself.
Foot Stress Fractures in Children
Foot stress fractures in children are different from stress fractures in adults. Untreated stress fractures in children can have severe long-term effects. Delayed healing can prolong recovery, while increased pain can significantly impact their quality of life. Ignoring stress fractures can also increase the risk of additional fractures and even lead to complete fractures, which may require surgical intervention. A paediatric podiatrist can help you navigate the painful condition for you and your child.
Paediatric Plantar Fasciitis
Though plantar fasciitis is less common in children than adults, it still deserves our attention. A paediatric podiatrist can manage paediatric plantar fasciitis, ensuring a smooth recovery and avoiding long-term complications for your child.
Out-toeing in Children
Out-toeing, also known as ‘duck feet’ where the feet point outwards, is common in children. While it can be a normal part of development, it can also indicate an underlying issue. Learn about the causes, symptoms and conservative management of out-toeing, including physical therapy and custom-made orthoses. Get expert advice from the paediatric podiatrist at The Foot Practice to ensure your child’s musculoskeletal development is on track.