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Our team of experts answers parents' frequently asked questions about their babies' first steps, learning to walk, and the type of footwear they require for healthy growth and development.
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Can Kids Get Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that irritates the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. It is one of the mos
Asked 2 years ago
How to Treat Your Child’s Ankle Sprain at Home
Traumatic ankle and foot injuries occur frequently and can be a real challenge for paediatric orthopaedics and radiologists since these often present as simple ankle sprains at first. But an ankle spr
Asked 2 years ago
Do All Babies Initially Have Flat Feet?
Flat feet are commonly associated with no symptoms but sometimes can cause heel and arch pain, as well as swelling around the ankle. However, if you've noticed your baby's flat feet, it's usually noth
Asked 2 years ago
Should You Pop Your Child's Foot Blisters?
Does your child have painful foot blisters? These tiny bubbles of discomfort are quite a universal experience, but for children, blisters can pose a unique challenge, disrupting playtime and everyday
Asked 2 years ago
What Does It Mean When a Child Tip Toes?
Is your little one often found tip-toeing around? While this may concern you, it's good to know that toe-walking is fairly common among children learning to walk. About one in four children over three
Asked 2 years ago
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