Why Should your child visit ProHealth Podiatry?

Why should you have your child visit a podiatrist? Well, why would you visit a dentist, doctor, or optometrist? Naturally to prevent long-term unavoidable health issues.

Most parents are unaware that many adult foot and leg issues manifest in early childhood and can be prevented and managed if treated early.

The earlier treatment is begun with a podiatrist, the better, allowing the clinician a baseline that can be reviewed in later years.

At ProHealth Podiatry, we have found, that having that initial assessment at three years of age is good timing, as it is less stressful on the parent, as the young patient is able to follow simple tasks and instructions.

Sometimes, initial treatment may only involve stretching, strengthening, or balancing exercises, that will involve a parent’s aid, however, your podiatrist will also footwear advice, which is of utmost importance.

Poor fitting footwear can have lasting or damaging effects on your child’s foot, which is why, it is important to have footwear fitted correctly by trained professionals with knowledge on what’s available.

Selecting the wrong shoe can also be of concern, and your podiatrist can easily steer you in the right direction based on age and activity.

If required, your podiatrist will schedule an annual (yearly) review visit after the initial consultation to monitor progress and development regularly.

At ProHealth Podiatry we always record pictures of your child’s foot as well as a record of walking pattern, which can be useful in the future to monitor improvement or change, with or without treatment.

A child seen at three years of age, then again at four, five or six will give your podiatrist a lot of developmental information and result in better long-term prevention.

At ProHealth Podiatry we are committed in helping children overcome adult foot problems.

To make an immediate appointment and be proactive towards your health call ProHealth Podiatry in Red Hill or Mt Gravatt on (07) 3076 7306 or e-mail info@prohealthpodiatry.com.au.