Although barefoot activity is advocated for most normal feet there are times when shoes must be worn. Some things to look for when buying children’s shoes are…
One of the major causes of ingrown toenails is incorrect nail cutting, particularly in children. Correct nail care involves cutting the nail straight across in a line with the end of the toe- lightly filing the nail. Cutting the nail down at the sides and pushing the cuticle back should be avoided. If your child develops an ingrown toenail seek professional advice from a podiatrist as early as possible to prevent complications developing.
Many of the painful foot problems in adult life have their origins in “mechanical imbalances” in the growing child’s foot and leg.
As Podiatrists we see many foot conditions with the potential for foot/ankle, lower limb and low back problems in adulthood which could be avoided by detection and treatment during childhood. The information contained below may help you as a parent to recognize and avoid some of these disorders in your children’s feet.