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Orthotics for Children
Orthotics for Children
Orthotics (also known as orthotic insoles, shoe inserts, or orthoses) are specially fitted, flexible insoles, that correct specific foot imbalances that may causing pain or problems.
Children as young as 2 years of age can start wearing orthotics, however, they should only be ordered at the request of the child’s Family Doctor or from your Podiatrist.
Some of the following conditions could require orthotic therapy:
- children who either intoe or out-toe
- children who develop foor pain or pain in their ankles, knee’s or legs, especially with walking, general playing, or when active in sports (they may even wake up in the night crying due to pain)
- children who are always tripping/falling or have a very awkward gait
- “knock-kneed”
- significant misalignment of their lower body
- very “abnormal wear” patterns on their shoes
Children’s feet develop as they grow, and most children’s feet develop properly, however, some children’s foot structure causes them to fall, develop pain with walking/playing. Many children who start with orthotics at a young age develop enough over time so as not to need them later in life.
Tips provided by The Good Foot Shop, "Get your children’s feet off to the right start at the Good Foot Clinic...."
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