The Best Care for Your Child's Feet and Ankles

It is estimated that nearly one in every 1,000 babies born in the United States has a congenital foot disorder. These disorders can range from minor issues such as flat feet to more severe deformities such as clubfoot.

When it comes to treating congenital foot disorders, it is important to diagnose the disorder as early as possible and to begin treatment immediately. By diagnosing the disorder early, one of our board-certified podiatrists can begin to formulate a comprehensive treatment plan that will be best for the individual patient. Treatment plans typically involve a combination of stretching exercises, physical therapy, orthotics, and in some cases, surgery.

In addition to treating the disorder, our podiatrists can also provide valuable information about the condition. They can discuss the long-term effects, as well as provide general advice on how to best manage the disorder. They can also recommend lifestyle changes that may help to improve the patient’s quality of life. Schedule an appointment today with one of our podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney.

Flat feet can be a normal part of childhood development and most children's feet will become more arched as they grow. However, if your child's feet remain flat after they reach the age of 6 or if they experience any pain, limited mobility, or discomfort in their feet, they need to be seen by one of our podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Centers.

Foot arches provide support to your feet, as they play an important part in absorbing physical shock and helping you move forward when walking and running. Without this natural support, your child can suffer from foot, back, and hip pain, achy legs, and fatigue.

In some cases, flat feet in children can be corrected with special exercises or orthotics. Orthotics are special shoe inserts that can support and reduce pain in your child's feet. If the flat foot is caused by a muscle or ligament issue, your podiatrist may recommend physical therapy or surgery in very severe cases.

Early detection and treatment of flat foot in children are key to helping them stay active and healthy. If you have any concerns about your child's feet or if you notice any signs of pain. It is best to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced podiatrists.

Plantar warts, also known as foot warts, are an infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This very contagious viral invader enters through tiny cuts, weak spots, or wounds on the bottom of your child's foot. Because viral organisms that cause plantar warts love dark and moist environments, your child has an increased chance to come into contact with HPV if they walk around barefoot in a gym locker room or near a pool deck.

Many plantar warts can take about a year to completely disappear, which places your child at a higher risk of infection. In addition, not all treatments are the same, which is why it is important to receive professional treatment from one of our podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Centers. Our podiatrists will create an individualized plan based on your child's medical history and lifestyle.

We understand that plantar warts can be painful and uncomfortable, so our podiatrists will work with you to ensure your child's feet are cared for in the best way possible. With our podiatric expertise, we can help your child heal their plantar warts quickly and effectively. Schedule your child's appointment with us today.

It is a myth that bunions are only caused by tight-fitting female shoes. The truth is that bunions are an inherited foot condition that can affect not only adults, but children. Due to the nature of bunions, it is important to start treatment as soon as your child shows signs of developing a bunion.

Our podiatrists will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your child's specific needs with a focus on non-surgical treatments while your child's bones are still growing. Until they are of age for surgery, we will provide symptom relief by recommending conservative treatments, such as bunion pads, swapping shoes, and functional foot orthotics.

We understand that juvenile bunions can be painful, so our podiatrists will work with you to ensure your child's feet are cared for in the best way possible. Our podiatrists provide the best care and advice for juvenile bunions, so you can trust your child's feet are in the best of hands.