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Kids’ Feet: Podopediatrics
Dr. Dennis R. Frisch561-395-4243
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Growth, Anatomy, and DevelopmentCommon Conditions at BirthCommon Early Childhood ConditionsTreatment MethodsCommon Nail and Skin ConditionsConditions Affecting Growth CentersCommon InjuriesOther Issues
Slide3Growth, Anatomy, and Development
At birth, an infant’s legs are rotated outward. At birth, a child’s legs are relatively short when compared to the overall length of the body.
Slide4Growth, Anatomy, and Development
As growth occurs, the femur (thigh bone) and the tibia (lower leg bone) untwist.Foot growth from birth until age two is fairly rapid. Feet double in length from birth to age four.
Slide5Growth,
Anatomy, and Development
At birth, there are relatively few bones in the foot. With maturity, new areas of growth appear.Every newborn should be examined carefully in the hospital for any potential foot or leg problems. Another examination of the feet and legs should be done at 4-6 months of age.
Slide6Growth, Anatomy, and Development
Most children walk unassisted by 10-18 months.Most conditions associated with flat feet, bowlegs, knock knees, leg length differences, and ankle problems become obvious with standing.
Slide7Growth, Anatomy, and Development
Final bone development can be determined by gender, heredity, and the nature of the child’s foot structure.Annual visits to the podiatrist will help identify and allow treatment of most conditions.
Slide8Common Conditions at Birth
Club footReverse club foot (Calcaneal valgus)Rocker bottom footMetatarsus adductus (turned-in foot)
Slide9Common Conditions at Birth
Overlapping toesWebbed toes (Syndactyly)Extra toes (Polydactyly)Long toes or short toes
Slide10Common Early Childhood Conditions
In-toeing (Pigeon-toed)Out-toeing (Duck or Slew-footed) Bowlegs/Knock kneesHyper-extension of the kneesLeg length differences
Slide11Common Early Childhood Conditions
Tight heel cord (Equinus)Night crampsLow-arched feet (Flat footed)High-arched feet
Slide12Treatment Methods
Shoes and shoe therapyOrthoticsPossible surgical options
Slide13Common Nail and Skin Conditions
NailsWartsForeign bodiesFungus infectionsContact dermatitis
Slide14Common Nail and Skin Conditions
ImpetigoEczemaPsoriasisFoot odorCorns and calluses
Slide15Conditions Affecting Growth Centers
Osgood Schlatter’s diseaseKohler’s diseaseFreiberg’s diseaseSever’s disease
Slide16Common Injuries
Fractures, dislocations, and sprainsOveruse injuries to the knee (Chondromalacia)Shin splintsAchilles tendonitis
Slide17Other Issues
Juvenile bunionsHammertoesMedial pinch callus of the great toeTailor’s bunionAccessory bonesGanglions and cysts
Slide18Conclusion
Your child’s feet must last a lifetimeTreat problems nowVisit your podiatrist
Dr. Dennis Frisch561-395-424330 SE 7th StBoca Raton, FL 33432www.bocaratonpodiatry.combrpod@bellsouth.net
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