Paediatric Assessments

gait anaylsis to check for Pelvic Tilt, Knee Alignment, Foot Posture, Scoliosis, In-toe/ Out-toe , “knock knees”, Ligamentous Laxity

GAIT ANALYSIS

Our Podiatrists are trained in performing in depth gait analysis for kids of all ages when walking, running and jumping. This allows us to spot any variances in their gait that may require attention. Here are some things we look out for:

  • Pelvic Tilt

  • Knee Alignment

  • Foot Posture

  • Scoliosis

  • In-toe/ Out-toe

  • “knock knees”

  • Ligamentous Laxity

 
Biomechanical assessment. Joints (Hip, knee, Foot and Ankle) Joint range of Motion Muscle Strength Overall Mobility Orthotic assessments

BIOMECHANICAL ASSESSMENT

Our Podiatrist are able to conduct a thorough biomechanical assessment of your child’s lower limb function and mechanics. Once assessed we are able to recommended any necessary management or if none is required. Here are a few things we assess:

  • Joints (Hip, knee, Foot and Ankle)

  • Joint range of Motion

  • Muscle Strength

  • Overall Mobility

  • Orthotic assessments

Footwear

Being experts of the foot we are well informed on current models and brand models of various footwear types, including school shoes, runners and specialised sport footwear. Footwear plays an important role in children’s feet, they provide a stable base for their feet to develop comfortably and wearing the correct footwear can prevent many foot complaints.

Kid’s podiatry also offers a complimentary shoe fit check. If you give our administration staff a call, they will organise a time for you to pop in with your child to check their shoe fit.

On a side note, here at Kid’s Podiatry we strongly advise against “hand-me-down” footwear. Footwear moulds to the wearer and if worn by another child, can alter foot pressures and mechanics causing pain and injury.