Many children suffer from medical conditions of the bones or muscles, making normal development and everyday activities difficult and even painful.
Pediatric orthoses aim to support children suffering from such conditions, promoting their growth and development, correcting abnormalities, relieving pain and discomfort, and preventing further complications and symptoms.
- What are pediatric orthotics?
- What are the benefits of orthotics?
- When should kids get orthotics?
- Should kids with flat feet wear orthotics?
- What is the success rate of orthotics?
- How do I know if my child needs orthotics?
What are pediatric orthotics?
Pediatric orthotics are supportive medical devices that correct bone and muscle conditions.
Some of the conditions pediatric orthotics treat include:
- Flat Feet (Pes Planus)
- Toe Walking
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Sever’s Disease
- Clubfoot (Talipes Equinovarus)
- Cerebral Palsy
- Metatarsus Adductus
- Leg Length Issues
- Spina Bifida
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Scoliosis
What are the benefits of orthotics?
Bone and muscular conditions greatly benefit from orthotics, which support and correct alignment issues and relieve pain and pressure resulting from such conditions.
When should kids get orthotics?
For many conditions, the best time to get orthotics to correct abnormalities and misalignments would be as early as possible. For instance, cranial helmets for correcting misshapen skulls in children have a limited window for working, typically by age 2.
Should kids with flat feet wear orthotics?
Although your child may have flat feet, orthotics are only necessary if your child is exhibiting or experiencing symptoms that are disruptive to their daily activities or cause pain and discomfort.
What is the success rate of orthotics?
Orthotics have been known to be highly effective at treating conditions relating to the feet, including plantar fasciitis.
According to one study, “Orthotic devices specifically designed for forefoot arthritis management have proven highly effective, with an observed success rate of approximately 84% for conservative treatment.”
How do I know if my child needs orthotics?
Depending on the condition, your child will exhibit certain signs or symptoms that will likely call for professional orthotic care.
Some symptoms to look out for include:
- Pain or discomfort in the feet, ankles, knees, legs, or back
- High, low, or no arch in the feet
- Limping, dragging, in-toeing, out-toeing, toe or heel walking
- Habitual tripping, clumsiness
Custom Pediatric Orthotics at Pongratz
Is your child exhibiting any signs associated with foot issues, such as pain or discomfort?
Well, we’re here to help, providing custom-designed orthotics to support your child and treating muscular and bone-related issues relating to the foot.
Call us today, and we’ll give your child the care they need.
