Children’s feet

Children’s feet

Keeping kids feet healthy is an important part of their overall health! Many adult foot problems can have their origins in childhood. Paying special attention to the concerns that you or your child have with their feet or legs is vital to keeping your child active!

Properly fitting footwear can minimize the risk of problems continuing into adulthood. Poorly fitting children's shoes can cause a number of problems in adults (such as hammer toes, bunions, and ingrown toenails). Foot problems are usually preventable by wearing correct fitting footwear. Our clinic will make suggestions regarding the most appropriate footwear for your children.

Remember, foot pain is not normal in children!

Parents should pay special attention to children's feet if they complain of pain in their feet or legs. We at Aquilon Foot Clinic are specialists in feet and are trained to identify concerns with children's foot structure, skin and nails. The Chiropodist will perform a thorough examination of your children's feet and will provide you with advice regarding the requirements of your child.

It is important for your child to see a Chiropodist if ANY of the following signs or symptoms are present:

• Pain in the feet or legs (at any time of the day - day or night)

• Uneven shoe wear

• Lumps or bumps on the feet

• Frequent tripping and / or falling

• Skin problems

• Toenail problems

and any other concerns you may have!