Studies have determined that socks do play a part in redistributing pressure beneath the feet. Pressure can be adjusted or distributed more evenly through choice of the material or the weave as well as the thickness and padding of the sock. Socks can also be...
Over the past few years, the most common problem seen at ProHealth Podiatry, involving children, would most definitely be heel pain when playing sport, or after participating in other forms of strenuous activity. This condition, often misdiagnosed as a simple growing...
Basketball and Children Most parents want their children to play sport, and basketball is one of the more popular sports because of the perception that it’s a non-contact sport and therefore safe to play at all ages. Basketball is also played all around the world and...
Helping Children Soar Most people are unaware that many common adult foot problems manifest themselves in early childhood when the foot is still developing. Early detection can reduce the likelihood of it not becoming a bigger problem later in life. Bunions and Hammer...
How Fast Do Children’s Feet Grow When we treat a child with foot and leg pain at ProHealth Podiatry, the treatment often includes exercises, footwear recommendations, and in some cases, custom-made arch supports (orthotics). Parents sometimes have a...
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...
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