(Question) How should I correct my child's flat feet?

One day, my biological mother told me that she thought my first child was walking with a pigeon-toed gait, so she advised me to have it checked.

After the examination, it looks a little concerning but not enough to worry about, and it is also growing and returning properly.

They said I am actually slightly flat-footed.

So, walking a lot can make you tired..

Recently, my son has been complaining about foot pain.

They often say that their legs hurt on days when they walk a lot...

I'm wondering if my flat feet are causing strain on my walking.

Just by looking at the picture, it's clear that my arch shape is different.

How can pediatric flatfoot be managed and corrected?

(Question) How should I correct my child's flat feet?

There are two types of flat feet; first, rigid flat feet are caused by congenital factors.

It refers to a vertical bow that is too lowered, and no weight is applied.

It is still in a flat state, even if it is not done.

However, flexible flatfoot mainly occurs due to acquired causes, and its characteristic feature is

It is okay when the vertical reinforcement does not carry any significant load, but when a load is applied, it is said to be in a notably lowered state.

Symptoms that require correction

There is a difference in foot position when sitting or when curling the big toe inward.

When a heavy load is applied to the weight, the arch disappears suddenly, and the sole of the foot

Maintaining a flat shape indicates that pediatric flatfoot correction is necessary.

This phenomenon occurs because the foot shape is deformed, making it difficult to withstand the load properly, and sometimes

In a state where the joints are not normal, they can cause damage, and even ordinary activities like walking in daily life can be too much.

They say it can be caused by excessive exercise.

If it becomes chronic, it can sometimes cause damage to the joints...

My son's flat feet... I am unusually concerned about it.

When I visited the hospital to observe with knock-knees, they said it wasn't severe and didn't require correction...

Should I at least get orthotic insoles...

I'm really 고민이 많네요... whether I should go to a hospital that specializes in flat feet.

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(Question) How should I correct my child's flat feet?