We found a week wasn’t long enough so look out for our Children’s Foot Screening Month starting January, 2012, just in time for the new school shoes. Although you can bring your children in any time of the year to have their feet assessed.
During this week all children from 0 to 16 years who see our podiatrist will receive a free gift pack. There will also be some colouring in competitions and they will have the chance to win a prize for guessing how many jelly beans in the jar!
If you have never taken your child to see a podiatrist then children’s foot screening week is a great opportunity to get your child’s feet and general posture looked at. Good foot and lower limb health is really important for children’s growth and development.
Seeing a podiatrist from a young age can help to prevent foot and lower limb problems later in life with footwear advice, stretching and strengthening exercises. A podiatrist can also identify when further intervention is needed for example orthotics.
Why should you come and see a podiatrist?
Maybe you have noticed one or more of the following:
- Your child walks with their feet turned in or out
- Your child walks on their toes
- Your child gets sore feet or legs
- Your child has flat feet
- Your child often wakes during the night with cramping
- Your child fatigues easily
Please contact one of our reception staff to make an appointment for your child, we look forward to seeing you!