Answers and questions on pediatric orthopedics
It can be treated well up to 6 years. It can be corrected up to 10 years. Flat-foot interferes with normal movement, it forms incorrect posture over time, deforms the bones of the foot, lower extremities. It is the cause of severe spine diseases (arthritis, arthrosis, scoliosis, osteoporosis, varicose veins, chronic headache). Flat-foot also cause pain when walking and during physical exercises, which affects overall health.
The child should wear preventive shoes (hard back, instep support). Mat - after examination of the child by a doctor.
Yes, he does. The insoles need to be chosen by a doctor, since there are 10 varieties of them.
If these signs are detected, you should see a doctor as soon as possible. If measures are not taken in time, then the child may experience such consequences as disproportionate development of the skull, asymmetric position of the eyes, mouth and other parts of the face. Scoliosis develops over time.
