In overweight children, exercise can put pressure on their developing feet, say Australian researchers. They point out that overweight children are at risk for foot pain and discomfort because they ...

What is squishy, water-resistant and on kids' feet everywhere? The answer is Crocs. These clog-like shoes are a popular choice among kids and teens and even some parents. But are they bad for ...

Overpronation, also called pes planus or flexible flatfoot, is relatively common in children and often goes away on its own. Treatment may be necessary if your child doesn’t outgrow their flat feet or ...

Angela Evans is affiliated with Walk for Life Clubfoot in Bangladesh, Director of Australian Podiatry Association. Angela Evans is an author of Cochrane library reviews (2010, updated 2022) pertaining ...

When parents notice their child walking with feet pointing outward like a duck, many wonder if this requires medical attention or will resolve naturally. This walking pattern, medically known as ...

Joshua Burns receives funding from: NHMRC (National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia, Centre of Research Excellence #1031893, European Union Collaborative Research Scheme #1055131), ...