Medically referred to as Genu Valgum , knock knees are common in children between the ages of three and seven. When a child with knock...

If your children are extra flexible, they may have joint hypermobility syndrome. You may have also heard hypermobility referred to as...

Intoeing is when the feet turn inwards when walking and running rather than pointing straight ahead. It is often referred to as pigeon...

When children are first starting to learn to walk, they may tiptoe. This may then become a habit. The child displays a pattern of walking...

Children’s feet are different from adults, as they are not yet fully formed. At 6 months of age, a babies’ foot is still mostly...

Ingrown toenails are when one or both sides of the nail begin to grow into the skin next to it, which can lead to pain, redness and...

When it comes to school shoe shopping time, make sure you go armed with the knowledge and everything you need to pick the right shoes for your child. Children’s feet grow on average 1-2 sizes per year, so it’s important to have their feet measured before buying new shoes. Always have the shoes fitted for both length and width. Bring their school socks to make sure the shoes fit comfortably, and try shoes on at the end of the day to account for the natural swelling that occurs

Warts can occur at any age, but are most commonly found in children. They are caused by a group of viruses called the HPV (human...

The term “flat foot” refers to a condition where the foot lacks an arch. In children, the arch on the inside of the foot may begin to...

Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in adolescence. Developing, physically active  “kids” are often more prone to this...