CHILDREN’S FOOT HEALTH
Foot, ankle or walking concerns in your growing child?
Foot, ankle and lower limb conditions in growing children and adolescents can lead to severe pain, posture issues, and difficulty participating in sports. Our podiatrists provide gentle, specialised paediatric assessments to help young feet grow healthily
COMMON SYMPTOMS & CONCERNS
Does your child experience any of these?
Children don't always complain of pain directly — sometimes discomfort shows up in how they walk, run, or play:
- Complaining of sore feet, ankles, or legs after school or sports
- Frequent tripping, clumsiness, or unusual fatigue when walking
- Walking on tiptoes or with feet turning inwards (in-toeing / pigeon-toed)
- Noticeably flat arches or ankles rolling inwards
- Pain around the heel bone (Sever's disease) or knee (Osgood-Schlatter)
- Reluctance to join in physical activities or active play
Many paediatric foot concerns respond quickly to early, gentle intervention.
We make visits friendly, reassuring, and stress-free for both child and parent.
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UNDERSTANDING THE CAUSES
What may be affecting your child's feet?
Because children's bones and growth plates are constantly developing, lower-limb concerns have distinct causes:
Growth plate irritation
Rapid growth spurts can pull on developing bone attachment sites like the heel (Sever's disease).
Developmental flat feet & hypermobility
Flexible joints or low arches can cause muscles to overwork during walking and running.
Structural alignment variations
In-toeing, out-toeing, or leg length differences alter how body weight is distributed.
School & sports footwear
Unsupportive or outgrown shoes can compress toes or strain developing arches.
WHEN TO SEEK ASSESSMENT
When should you get your child's feet checked?
Consider scheduling a paediatric foot check if:
- Your child regularly complains of leg, heel, or foot aches
- You notice limping, uneven shoe wear, or awkward walking
- Pain is causing them to stop playing their favourite sports
- They have painful ingrown toenails, warts, or skin irritation
- You want peace of mind about their lower-limb development
THE VISITING EXPERIENCE
What happens during a paediatric assessment?
We create a warm, engaging environment where children feel comfortable and heard throughout
Friendly chat
We talk with you and your child about their symptoms, sports, and daily activities.
Gentle physical check
We check joint flexibility, muscle strength, growth plates, and foot posture.
Gait & movement observation
We watch how your child walks and runs to observe real-time alignment and mechanics.
Clear, supportive plan
We explain everything plainly and recommend suitable footwear, exercises, or mild orthotics if needed.
PAEDIATRIC CARE OPTIONS
Tailored care for growing feet
Treatment is always age-appropriate, gentle, and focused on keeping children active and pain-free:
Not every treatment is appropriate for every child. Our podiatrists discuss all options thoroughly with parents.
- Paediatric gait and developmental assessment
- Custom paediatric orthotics & supportive insoles
- Growth plate & Sever's disease management
- School shoe & athletic footwear guidance
- Gentle ingrown toenail and verruca care
- Stretching & strengthening games/exercises
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OUR CLINICIANS
You'll be seen by our podiatry team
Our clinicians are experienced in paediatric care and explain options clearly to both children and parents.
Matthew Francis
Clinical Director / Managing Podiatrist
Megan Kelly
General & High Risk Foot Podiatrist
Yaw Nimoh
MSK, Sports & Advanced Practice Podiatrist
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Help your child walk, run and play pain-free
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