It's Always Good To Check...

Parents anxiously await their child's first steps. All eyes and video recorders are positioned to catch this momentous occasion. However, according to the America College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, all the steps a child takes after that are just as important.

ACSAS recommends that parents observe their child's walking and shoe wear patterns. Things to watch out for include:

Walking with the toes pointed inward or outward is a common cause for concern. In some cases, these types of walking are normal. Excessive out-toeing or in-toeing needs to be evaluated.

Excessively flat feet - This is a common finding when infants first begin to walk. As they become older, this becomes less of an issue. Excessively flat feet may become painful with time and may need to be treated for this reason.

High arches - This is not a part of normal development and it needs to be investigated to be sure it is not part of a larger problem.

If you have concerns about your child's feet, please call Dr. Vail to set up an appointment! 419-423-1888