If you have kids (or once were a kid) you probably know a little something about “growing pains.” This vague, unhelpful term is often used by physicians to explain away leg and foot pain in children…
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When it comes to your feet, a lot can go wrong. And there’s no exception to that when it comes to your kid’s feet. Children are susceptible to many of the same foot ailments as adults and there…
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I remember how adventurous I was as a child—seemingly fearless. I had not a worry in the world, and I felt I could accomplish anything. That all changed when I was in third grade. I was making my…
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There are a lot of things that are just meant to be flat: pancakes, farm fields, televisions (who would go back to those heavy TVs with knobs?). Feet are not one of these things. A semi-flexible arch…
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Growing and active kids may experience heel pain. As a parent, it can be difficult to know what’s cause for concern and what’s normal. Heel pain can be the result of trauma and indicate a fracture…
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Foot problems can affect people of all ages, from infants to geriatric patients. When it comes to your infant or toddler, it may not cross your mind to take them to the podiatrist, but early recognition…
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Your child has been complaining about their heels hurting after [insert your child’s activity here] and you don’t know what’s really wrong. Pain relievers and rest seem to make it better, but activity…
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