Pediatric Podiatry

What is pediatric podiatry?

Pediatric podiatry treats children’s foot and ankle problems to help them move as well as possible. Dr. Lynn investigates symptoms and provides specialized care while your children’s feet grow and develop.

How often should children have a pediatric podiatry visit?

Children should see their pediatric podiatrist for an annual foot and ankle checkup or if they show signs of an acute or chronic condition or injury.

Call Comprehensive Podiatric Care if in doubt — getting an expert opinion early can prevent gait issues and pain.

What are signs that my child needs a pediatric podiatry appointment?

Many children are constantly on the go, and you can expect some mishaps. However, talk to Dr. Lynn if specific issues persist, such as:

• Limping
• Flat feet when no longer a toddler
• Gait issues, such as toeing-in (pigeon-toed), toeing-out (duck walk), or toe-walking
• Rubbing their feet or complaining of foot or heel pain
• Numbness or tingling in their feet
• Warts, fungal toenails, or possible infections
• Feet that are different shapes or sizes
• Frequent ankle sprains or instability
• Lacks enjoyment playing games due to painful or tired feet
• Falling more frequently than other children their age
• Poor balance and coordination

Regular pediatric podiatry care is essential if your family medical history includes possible foot deformities, such as clubfoot.

What conditions does pediatric podiatry address?

Comprehensive Podiatric Care can diagnose and address the following:

• Diabetic foot
• Fungal toenails
• Athlete’s foot
• Growth plate problems (Sever’s disease)
• Fallen arches
• Bursitis
• Plantar fasciitis
• Plantar warts
• Fractures, strains, and sprains
• Gait issues
• Heel spurs

Promptly treating issues improves your child’s mobility and functionality, encouraging active play and socializing so they develop as they should.

What can my child and I expect during a pediatric podiatry visit?

When you bring your child to Comprehensive Podiatric Care, Dr. Lynn thoroughly examines them to determine the cause of the problem and the best course of treatment.

He may observe how your child walks and stands, check the range of motion of the affected joint, and examine the general muscle function and strength in their feet and legs. It’s helpful to bring shoes they wear regularly, a list of medications or allergies, and their medical history.

Dr. Lynn develops a care plan tailored to their needs to ease pain and get them moving properly.

Book a pediatric podiatry visit today by calling the nearest Comprehensive Podiatric Care office or booking online.