Pediatric Signs & Symptoms of Foot Problems

Many children experience foot problems while growing up. Here are the five signs and symptoms to be able to detect various issues going on underneath the shoes:

1. If your child cannot keep up with his or her peers. Children are known to be very active and lagging behind could mean problems with feet and legs- mainly when children have flatfeet.
2. If your child refrains from activities they normally enjoy. This could potentially be because of heel pain. This kind of heel pain most commonly occurs between the ages of 8 and 14
3. If your child does not want to show you their feet. If the nails or feet appear like they are changing or their is some kind of pain, the children may not want to show their parents. This could be for many different reasons such as, calluses, warts, fungus, and ingrown toenails.
4. If your child often trips over objects or falls frequently. This could be due to balance problems, in-toeing or other conditions that needed to be treated by a doctor.
5. If your child complains frequently of foot pain. This is never normal for your child. Injuries may seem minor, but if swelling lasts more than a few days, have your child's foot examined.

No matter what, if your child is complaining about any kind of foot problems, he or she needs to see a podiatrist. To find out more information about pediatric foot problems, visit our website at www.neufoot.com

Congratulations!

Starting August 2009, Dr. Neuhaus is now:

Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery

Board Certified in Foot Surgery

Board Certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery

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Walk a Mile with Pain-free Feet

Whether you walk for enjoyment, exercise or just to get from one place to another, it is important that your feet stay happy and healthy. Walking is the easiest and most popular form of exercise. It provides countless health related benefits and also contributes to your overall well-being. However, the benefits of walking can be diminished by unhealthy feet. Sore feet can make the short walks extremely painful for anyone. Since walking is imperative to our daily lives, it’s important to maintain proper foot care and function. I can help make sure that you stay on your feet by offering various diagnosis and treatment options for all the pain associated with your feet and ankles. Whether you’re contemplating starting a walking program, you walk for fitness or you just enjoy the occasional leisurely stroll, it’s important to be aware of your feet and the pain that occurs when walking. Call our office at (615) 220-8788 to ensure that you never lose a step to foot pain.

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