Child Foot Check-up

As a parent, it’s normal to have your children checked to ensure that they have healthy teeth and eyes. A body part that is often ignored, however, are the feet.

We specialize in children’s feet and know that many foot problems that affect adults have their origins in childhood. In fact, many are present at birth. When caught early, we can often help prevent problems that will bother your child as older children, adolescents or adults. Contact us today to schedule a foot check-up for your child in our Seattle clinic.

When Should Your Child Have Their Feet Checked?
Children should have a regular foot check up at the following ages or times:

• Beginner walkers (about 12 months)
• Age 3 (this is when children develop a more adult “heel-to-toe” gait)
• Age 6 (when starting school)
• Before beginning organized sports

In addition, have your child’s feet checked if any of the following are noted:

• Your child complains of pain in their feet, ankles or legs
• You notice that your child is regularly tripping and falling
• Your child’s shoes do not wear evenly
• Compared to other kids of the same age, your child asked to be carried more You notice an unusual gait or foot position when your child is walking or running
• You notice any skin rashes, hard skin, lumps or bumps on the feet

What is included in a Child Foot Check-up?
In your child’s foot check-up we will check every aspect of your child’s foot health, walking patterns and shoes (be sure to bring a couple pair of shoes with you!). The examination includes:

• Evaluation of muscle function
• Examination of the joints of the lower extremity.
• Compare growth and development to normal for your child’s age
• Evaluate their gait (walking patterns)
• Determine if there is evidence of any inherited foot problems such as flat feet, high arches or bunions
• Check, skin and nails
• Evaluate shoes
• Child sports foot evaluation

Contact us today to schedule a your child’s foot check-up.

Learn More About Your Child’s Feet:

• Your Children's Shoes
• Heel Pain in Children
• Ingrown Toenails
• Athletic Injuries in Kids
• Flat Feet in Children
• In-toeing
• Children and Arthritis
• Childrens Feet

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Foot and Ankle Center of Washington, Seattle
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