Should You Use Arch Supports for Your Toddler's Flat Feet?
Flatfoot My child has flat feet and has just turned 2 years old. Is it necessary to use arch supports for correction at an early age? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: 1. The assessment of the femoral neck's orientation and gait should determine whether a certain level of maturity has been achieved. 2. If preliminary mat...[Read More] Should You Use Arch Supports for Your Toddler's Flat Feet?
Understanding Achilles Tendonitis in Teens: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Achilles tendinitis Hello Dr. Lai, My child is 13 years old, approximately 162 cm tall and weighs 54 kg, which is slightly overweight. He walks somewhat like a duck. I examined his feet and it seems he has some flatfoot characteristics. Due to his wide feet, we have always boug...
Dr. Lai Yanting Reply:
Achilles tendinitis has four common causes: 1. Overuse: such as suddenly running too much or increasing exercise intensity. 2. Unsuitable playing surfaces: such as running on slopes or uneven, hard ground. 3. Abnormal foot structure: such as excessive forefoot pronation or flat f...[Read More] Understanding Achilles Tendonitis in Teens: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Understanding Flat Feet in Toddlers: Impact on Walking and Balance
Childhood Issues My son is 1 year and 4 months old and has been walking for some time. At first, he needed support from adults, but recently he has been able to walk independently. I've noticed that his walking seems unsteady, and the soles of his feet are thick and flat, re...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, it is common for children to exhibit functional flatfoot within the first six months of learning to walk due to developmental and balance issues. However, if this condition persis...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet in Toddlers: Impact on Walking and Balance
Can Flat Feet in Toddlers Be Treated with Rehabilitation?
Flatfoot Hello, doctor! My child is 1 year and 8 months old, and I suspect he has flat feet. Is it appropriate to take him to physical therapy at this age? Thank you.
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: 1. Flatfoot that develops within six months of starting to walk can be considered "functional" flatfoot, as weight-bearing and bone development may st...[Read More] Can Flat Feet in Toddlers Be Treated with Rehabilitation?
Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Flatfoot angle assessment Several months ago, I learned from the Department of Health's website that flat feet should be evaluated by a rehabilitation specialist. Therefore, I went to Keelung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital to see a rehabilitation physician. Initially, I consul...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, the measurement of flatfoot angles is primarily done using X-rays (lateral view of the foot). The measurement is determined by the angle formed between the line connecting the ...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Understanding Heel Pain: Is It Plantar Fasciitis?
Heel pain Hello, Director! My mother has to stand for 8 hours at work every day. She says that recently, after getting up in the morning, her heels hurt so much that she can't get out of bed and can't stand for too long. Could she be experiencing plantar fasciitis? Than...
Dr. Su Hongci Reply:
The function of the plantar fascia is to maintain the arch of the foot, allowing it to remain elastic and absorb the impact of ground reaction forces during running or jumping. The initial symptom of plantar fasciitis is a sudden, severe pain in the heel when getting out of bed i...[Read More] Understanding Heel Pain: Is It Plantar Fasciitis?
Understanding Flat Feet in Toddlers: When to Seek Rehabilitation
Flatfoot Hello Director Chen: My nephew is one and a half years old, and when he walks, he waddles like a duck with flat feet. Is this flatfoot? Should he undergo physical therapy?
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and recommendations: 1. For a one-and-a-half-year-old child, walking with legs slightly apart and flat feet is a phenomenon indicating that balance has not yet been fully established. This is acceptable within the fi...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet in Toddlers: When to Seek Rehabilitation
Is Flatfoot the Real Cause of My Daughter's Walking Issues?
Is it really all caused by flat feet? My daughter is ten years old. When she was three, she couldn't walk well and would cry from foot pain after walking for a while. She often fell down, and her walking posture was strange. After undergoing various assessments in early inte...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
I apologize for the delay in responding due to the consecutive holidays. My child is in second grade. When he was in kindergarten, a rehabilitation department from a nearby hospital screened for flatfoot at his school, and my son was diagnosed with flat feet. His teacher, knowing...[Read More] Is Flatfoot the Real Cause of My Daughter's Walking Issues?
Does Flatfoot Rehabilitation Affect Puberty Development in Children?
Rehabilitation treatment for flat feet? Hello, Dr. Chen! My daughter is 11 years old and has flat feet. She fell two months ago, and at that time, there were no apparent issues. Recently, she has been walking in an unusual manner. We have consulted a physician and have undergone ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
Hello, Yachiao: Here are my responses and suggestions for you: 1. Stretching and laser treatments will not affect puberty development. 2. For flat feet, you may consider visiting an orthotics center to have custom insoles made, which can help improve walking stability. 3. Abnorma...[Read More] Does Flatfoot Rehabilitation Affect Puberty Development in Children?
Understanding Flat Feet: Seeking Treatment and Specialist Recommendations
I might have a bit of flatfoot? Recently, I've been experiencing frequent numbness in my feet. When I previously visited a doctor for my ankle sprains, they mentioned that my feet are not suitable for exercise and that I have low arches. My left foot often rolls over, and ev...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Hello, I suggest you see a rehabilitation specialist. Your issue is not significantly related to flat feet, as flat feet have likely been present since childhood. The main problem stems from not properly rehabilitating after an ankle sprain, which has led to subsequent issues. Th...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Seeking Treatment and Specialist Recommendations
Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Military Service Implications
Flatfoot Hello, doctor! I would like to ask you a question. I suspect that I have flat feet, as I experience discomfort and even numbness in my feet after squatting for a short period. Is this treatable? I have to undergo a physical examination for military service next month, an...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. You can go to a military hospital (such as Taichung 803, Taoyuan 804, or Kaohsiung 802) or a public hospital for an orthopedic examination, which requires an X-ray (lateral view). The X-ray should focus on the navicular bone, measuring the angle formed by a line drawn from the...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Military Service Implications
Flat Feet in Toddlers: Rehabilitation and Custom Insole Solutions
Flatfoot in children Hello Director Chen! I have a 3-year-old child with flat feet who dislikes walking. Is rehabilitation an option? Should we consider custom orthotics for her? Thank you! Tina
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. If a child is still flat-footed at three years old, rehabilitation treatment is necessary. 2. You can go to the assistive device center in your area to order "arch supports," and then check if the hip joints are too tight and if the leg muscle strength is normal, fo...[Read More] Flat Feet in Toddlers: Rehabilitation and Custom Insole Solutions
Can Flat Feet in Teens Be Corrected? Insights on Pediatric Foot Rehabilitation
Foot rehabilitation Hello, Director Chen! There is a golden period for correcting pediatric flatfoot or in-toeing and out-toeing. Unfortunately, my daughter only started to show noticeable in-toeing after entering junior high school, and her toes almost touch each other when she ...
Dr. Chen Xianchang Reply:
1. Partial correction is still possible. First, assess whether the muscles around the hip joint are overly tight, and then check if there is any inward bending of the knee joint. Initially, ultrasound or muscle stretching can be used to address these issues. 2. Consider using arc...[Read More] Can Flat Feet in Teens Be Corrected? Insights on Pediatric Foot Rehabilitation
Understanding Flat Feet in 3-Year-Olds: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Flatfoot in a 3-year-old child? Hello, Doctor: My 3-year-old child has been diagnosed with flat feet by a physician. However, how can we determine whether the flat feet are mild or severe? We have previously visited a rehabilitation department and had corrective shoes made for th...
Dr. Chen Jiali Reply:
Hello: Flat feet in children are very common, and the vast majority do not have symptoms and do not require treatment. Most children will develop the muscles and ligaments of the arch of the foot as they grow older. You can let your child play barefoot, including activities such ...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet in 3-Year-Olds: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Daily Heel Pain: Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
There is a point on my heel that feels like it's being pricked by a needle every day? Hello Doctor, my mother is 62 years old and has had a slightly misaligned spine with intermittent pain for many years. Two years ago, she underwent massage therapy, which reduced the freque...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Dear Yu Line, Regarding the interpretation of X-rays by orthopedic physicians, the so-called "heel pain" caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia is known as plantar fasciitis. The typical symptoms include heel pain that occurs after getting out of bed in the morni...[Read More] Daily Heel Pain: Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
How to Check for Flat Feet: Costs, Insurance Coverage, and Where to Go
How to check for flat feet? I am not sure if I have flat feet. Can I get it checked? Which department should I go to, and how much will it cost? Is it covered by health insurance? Thank you.
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
To address your question: If you want to determine whether you have flat feet, you can visit a rehabilitation or orthopedic department for an examination, and health insurance should cover the costs![Read More] How to Check for Flat Feet: Costs, Insurance Coverage, and Where to Go
Scientific Methods for Diagnosing Flat Feet and Plantar Fasciitis
Flatfoot Dear Doctor, I have been experiencing pain in the soles of my feet and went to the hospital for an examination. I was suspected of having plantar fasciitis and was also told that I have mild flatfoot. Aside from visual inspection or the windlass test to check for arch pr...
Dr. Li Weiqiang Reply:
You can also use a plantar pressure assessment device to analyze the pressure distribution on the soles of the feet to determine if there is a presence of flatfoot. Thank you! Dr. Li Wei-Chiang, Director of the Rehabilitation Department, Taoyuan Hospital.[Read More] Scientific Methods for Diagnosing Flat Feet and Plantar Fasciitis
Managing Flat Feet After Sports Injuries: Recovery and Treatment Options
Flatfoot after sports injuries Hello Doctor: I am an athlete on my university team. A month ago, I injured my ankle while jumping during practice. I thought it was just a sprain, but after visiting two hospitals and experiencing persistent pain for a month, I learned from a docto...
Dr. Xu Zhenrong Reply:
Hello, Xiaoyun. Based on your description, it seems that you have an ankle sprain that has not fully recovered. The recovery process for an ankle injury consists of three phases: 1. Acute Phase: The joint will swell, be painful, and may even prevent you from walking. 2. Subacut...[Read More] Managing Flat Feet After Sports Injuries: Recovery and Treatment Options
Understanding Flat Feet: Causes and Rehabilitation Insights
Flatfoot Flat feet can be caused by both congenital and acquired factors. Congenital flat feet occur due to genetic predisposition or developmental issues during fetal growth, while acquired flat feet may result from factors such as injury, obesity, aging, or conditions like arth...
Dr. Zheng Shunping Reply:
To respond to your question: Flatfoot is classified into two categories: congenital and acquired. In children aged two to three years, the arch of the foot has not yet formed, and most exhibit a flatfoot condition. As the skeletal system matures, the flatfoot phenomenon gradually...[Read More] Understanding Flat Feet: Causes and Rehabilitation Insights
Is Dance Training Suitable for Children with Flat Feet?
Is flatfoot suitable for learning dance? My daughter is in the first grade and has been diagnosed with flat feet by a rehabilitation specialist. She has a severe inward foot position and struggles with walking longer distances. Currently, she has been using corrective rigid insol...
Dr. Pan Yingda Reply:
Some say that having an inward foot position (internal rotation) is suitable for learning ballet, as ballet primarily involves outward positions. However, I believe that the key question is whether children enjoy dancing. My child is in first grade and has flat feet (a pediatrici...[Read More] Is Dance Training Suitable for Children with Flat Feet?