When should I see a foot specialist about my child’s flat feet?
Many parents wonder whether their child’s flat feet are something to be concerned about. In most cases, flat feet in young children are perfectly normal. However, if arches have not developed by the age of five or six, it may be beneficial to consult a pediatric foot specialist to rule out any underlying concerns. Why […]
Understanding In-Toeing and Out-Toeing Is Important For Foot Development
Learning to walk is a process, and children rarely look like experts at first. But as you watch your child develop, you may notice their toes might not point straight ahead when they stand and walk. Feet that turn inward (in-toeing) or outward (out-toeing) are relatively common among young children, but should still prompt an […]
Understanding Sever’s Disease Is Important For Managing Heel Pain
Sever’s disease (calcaneal apophysitis) is the most common cause of heel pain in children, particularly between the ages of 8 and 14. Despite its name, Sever’s disease is not an actual disease, but rather an overuse injury affecting the growth plate in the heel. It commonly occurs in children who are active in running and […]
Pediatric Flatfoot
What Is Pediatric Flatfoot?Flatfoot is common in both children and adults. When this deformity occurs in children, it is referred to as “pediatric flatfoot.” Although there are various forms of flatfoot, they all share one characteristic – partial or total collapse of the arch. Pediatric flatfoot can be classified as symptomatic or asymptomatic. Symptomatic flatfeet […]
Clubfoot Is Treatable But Early Therapy Is Important
Your newborn is perfect—healthy weight, 10 fingers, 10 toes, robust crier. You couldn’t be happier. But then you notice that one or both of his feet aren’t straight. Or maybe the condition was diagnosed during one of your prenatal ultrasounds. Either way, you have learned that your baby has clubfoot. What does that mean? Will […]
Summer Foot Care: Protecting Your Skin and Nails
As summer brings warmer weather and increased outdoor activity, it’s essential to pay attention to the health of your feet. Dry skin, fungal infections, sunburn, and foot injuries can all become major issues if neglected. At Northwest Extremity Specialists, we want to help you with foot care as you manage your overall skin care in […]
