Children's flat feet

Very young children have flat feet. Development of the foot arch takes ten years to fully form. I often get concerned parents who have looked at their children’s gait and foot posture and have wondered if their children’s feet are normal. In most cases they are.

However there are some feet that won’t develop an arch and some feet  that will cause a problem, or is causing a problem, despite being a physiological (normal) flat foot.  

Who should be treated with Orthotic foot supports?

It can be difficult for a parent to know if your child would benefit from foot supports.

There are some clues however for parents: if your child avoids running or other high intensity activities. If they prefer to be sedentary, or complain about growing pains, or pain, trip or fall frequently or have aching feet and legs this can be a sign that they would benefit from arch supports. Children shouldn't be complaining of pain...