Support for Growing Feet & Active Kids
Support for Growing Feet & Active Kids
Common concerns:
Flat Feet (Flexible) – Common in kids; usually painless but can cause fatigue or aches with sport.
In-Toeing / Out-Toeing – Rotational alignment variations from hip/tibia/foot; often improves with growth.
Sever’s (Heel Pain) – Growth-plate irritation at the Achilles insertion; post-sport soreness.
Growing Pains & Overuse – Load-related aches from rapid growth, training spikes, and footwear factors.
Assessment:
Age-appropriate gait & milestones, activity review.
Treatment options:
Activity/load tweaks, semi-custom or off-the-shelf orthoses when needed, simple exercises, footwear guidance.