PODIATRY FOR CHILDREN

Here at The Foot Clinic, we enjoy helping children of all ages, stay active, healthy and happy.
Your child depends on having pain free, healthy feet, to ensure they stay active and don’t refrain from day-to-day activities and exercise. It is best to have your child’s feet checked to ensure small problems don’t turn into big ones. Our team take a gentle approach, as we want to ensure both parents and children feel comfortable and cared for.

To book an appointment for your child today, please contact us or book online today!

WHAT DOES A PAEDIATRIC FOOT ASSESSMENT INVOLVE?

Your Podiatrist will take a thorough medical history and check that developmental milestones are being met. Your child’s initial assessment will involve:

Gait analysis which involves assessing your child’s foot posture while walking.
Joint flexibility testing which involves assessing for hypermobility.
Screening for ankle instability.
Assessing balance and coordination
Foot and leg muscle strength testing.
Biomechanical assessment which involves checking for any abnormalities in the way the foot and leg functions through out the gait cycle.

Footwear assessment and recommendation
Foot or ankle pain
Knee pain
Hip or lower back pain that may be related to their foot posture
Clumsiness
Tripping
Difficulty keeping up with other children
If you notice that your child’s feet are holding them back in any way!

WHEN DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BE ASSESSED?

Ideally we recommend an assessment if your child is experiencing any of the following symptoms.

Foot or ankle pain
Knee pain
Hip or lower back pain that may be related to their foot posture
Clumsiness
Tripping
Difficulty keeping up with other children
If you notice that your child’s feet are holding them back in any way!

Foot Check Ups for Children