Pediatric Flatfoot

What Is Pediatric Flatfoot?

Flatfoot is common in both children and adults. When this abnormality occurs in children, it is referred to as “pediatric flatfoot.” Although there are various forms of flatfoot, they all share one characteristic – partial or total collapse of the arch.

Pediatric flatfoot can be classified as symptomatic or asymptomatic. Symptomatic flatfeet exhibit symptoms such as pain and limitation of activity, while asymptomatic flatfeet show no symptoms. These classifications can assist your foot and ankle surgeon in determining an appropriate treatment plan.

Symptoms:
Flatfoot can be apparent at birth or it may not show up until years later. Most children with flatfoot have no symptoms, but some have one or more of the following symptoms:

Pain, tenderness, or cramping in the foot, leg, and knee

Outward tilting of the heel

Awkwardness or changes in walking

Difficulty with shoes

Reduced energy when participating in physical activities

Voluntary withdrawal from physical activities

Source: 

"Pediatric Flatfoot." Pediatric Flatfoot. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Jan. 2016. <http://www.foothealthfacts.org/footankleinfo/pediatric-flatfoot.htm>.
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http://www.foothealthfacts.org/footankleinfo/pediatric-flatfoot.htm