Pediatric Foot & Ankle Care
Specialized Care for Growing Feet
Expert Diagnosis and Treatment for Children’s Foot and Ankle Conditions
Lake Ridge & Stafford Foot & Ankle Specialists provides skilled, compassionate care for children with foot and ankle concerns. From congenital issues to injuries and common conditions, our doctors are experienced in diagnosing and treating pediatric patients with personalized care plans.
Common Pediatric Foot & Ankle Conditions
- Ingrown Toenails – Nails that grow into the skin can cause pain and infection. Treatment may include soaking, wider shoes, or a minor in-office procedure.
- Plantar Warts – Affecting up to 20% of children, warts can be treated with topical solutions, laser therapy, surgical excision, or physician-supervised treatments.
- Flat Feet – Flat arches may be flexible or rigid. Supportive shoe inserts often help, but symptomatic flat feet require a thorough evaluation.
- Heel Pain – Often related to growth plate inflammation and Achilles tightness. Pain typically appears during activity and when squeezing the heel.
- Injuries, Sprains & Fractures – Children’s bones are different from adults’ due to growth plates, and often present with incomplete fractures. Prompt evaluation is important.
- Accessory Navicular – An extra bone near the arch that may cause pain during adolescence.
- Juvenile Bunions – A hereditary condition similar to adult bunions, managed with supportive shoes, custom orthotics, padding, and other conservative treatments.
- Tarsal Coalitions – Abnormal connections between tarsal bones that restrict motion, often leading to pain, stiffness, and spasms.
Our Approach to Pediatric Care
We know children need to feel comfortable during care, and we take time to make them feel at ease. Diagnosis may include clinical exams and imaging studies, and we provide both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options when necessary. Our goal is to relieve discomfort, correct underlying issues, and help children return to their daily activities with confidence.
Start Your Journey to Healing Today
Talk With Foot and Ankle Specialist Today!
If you are experiencing sudden Achilles pain or loss of mobility, do not wait to get help. Contact us today to schedule an evaluation or to learn more about our treatment options. Our team is here to provide expert care and guide you through every step of recovery.
