Pediatric foot deformity is a term that includes a range of conditions that may affect the bones, tendons, and muscles of the foot. Among those most frequently treated are cavus foot, tarsal coalition, clubfoot, accessory navicular, and juvenile bunion.
Treatment of foot deformities in children can vary significantly from that needed in adults. Fortunately, pediatric orthopedists who specialize in this field can bring to bear a range of non-operative and operative techniques. That are specifically developed to address the distinctive needs of children.
The feet of young children, including babies and toddlers, are very soft. Their bones have not yet grown to their full capacity, and so there are several foot problems that your child may experience, including:
Children with symptomatic flat feet may display one or more of the following symptoms:
If your childs conditions are becoming worse you can always bring them in for pediatric conditions in Adrain, MI. We also provide treatments for pediatric conditions in Ann Arbor, MI.
If your child’s condition is symptomatic and requires treatment, there are various nonsurgical options available.
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For our patient’s convenience, we offer foot and ankle treatments for all kinds of conditions such as Pediatric conditions in Adrian, MI, Pediatric conditions in Ann Arbor, MI, and Pediatric conditions in Jackson, MI. We have our own digital x-ray, MRI, Cat-scan, and ultrasound equipment at many of our podiatry clinics. Our on-site podiatric physical therapy clinics allow for constant communication between the physicians and physical therapists, ensuring the most effective therapy and successful recovery for our patients.