Children's Podiatry in Ballarat - We Can Help
Diagnose, Treat and Manage Little Feet
Little feet grow into big feet, unfortunately that also means that little problems can grow into big problems. Did you know that a child’s foot bones do not fully develop and harden until around the ages of 13-15 years old? Parents need to pay close attention to developing feet for two main reasons: first, certain gait abnormalities may arise during the infancy stage and worsen during adolescence , secondly, stumbles and tumbles can dent a growing child's confidence to be social and keep up with their peers.
Signs to Look Out For in Your Child
- Walking on their tippy-toes
- Curled toes
- Toes that overlap
- Heel pain (Sever’s disease)
- Flat feet
- High arches
- Walk in-toed (pigeon-toed)
- Complain of aching legs
- Complain of sore knees
- Complain of foot or ankle pain during or after sport
- Ingrown toenails
What We Can Do for You
Our Ballarat podiatrists are highly skilled at assessing children’s feet & identifying potential problems early on. At Ballarat Podiatry, we understand the importance of healthy feet & being pain free, this keeps our children playing with their friends rather than on the sidelines. Before any treatment is carried out, you will be given a full explanation using simple language so you can make an informed decision about your child’s foot health.
Book an appointment and Get peace of mind about your child’s feet.