Children's Podiatry
Supporting healthy movement as children grow and develop
Children and young people often experience foot and ankle problems as they grow and develop. Changes in movement, growth patterns, activity levels, and development can sometimes lead to pain, discomfort, or concerns with walking, running, or sport.
At Valeo, we carry out a thorough podiatry assessment and full history to understand what is happening and identify the cause of the problem. Whether it is heel pain, flat feet, walking concerns, sports injuries, or ongoing foot and ankle discomfort, we create an individual treatment plan that supports comfortable, confident movement.
Our podiatry services are suitable for children of all ages and activity levels, helping them stay active, pain-free, and moving well as they grow.
Common conditions we treat
- Heel pain in active children
- Flat feet and foot posture concerns
- Walking or running concerns
- Toe walking
- Sports injuries and activity-related pain
- Ankle pain or instability
- Growing pains affecting the feet or legs
- Ongoing foot or lower limb discomfort
If these symptoms sound familiar, we’d be happy to help you understand the cause and find the right treatment plan.
How We Help
- Full podiatry assessment
- Movement and gait analysis
- Foot posture and development assessment
- Advice for sport, footwear, and activity levels
- Personalised treatment and rehabilitation plans
- Ongoing support through growth and development
FAQs
If your child has foot pain, walking difficulties, frequent tripping, sports injuries, or concerns with how they move, it is worth having their feet and movement assessed by a podiatrist.
Flat feet can be a normal part of development, especially in younger children. Treatment is only needed when flat feet are causing pain, discomfort, or affecting movement.
Heel pain is often linked to growth, activity levels, and sport. Some conditions are more common in active children during periods of rapid growth and can usually be managed well with the right treatment.
It is not always required but sometimes it can be useful. Gait analysis can help us understand how your child walks and moves which may be relevant to the pain they are experiencing. It may provide additional information and help us to create the right treatment plan.
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Growing feet need the right support. We help assess concerns early to keep children comfortable, active, and confident.