Pediatric Care Online : Chapter 183: Foot and Leg Problems

Chapter 183: Foot and Leg Problems
[General]
Orthopedic Terminology
Shoes
[General]
Functions of Shoes
Fitting Shoes
Clinical Conditions
[General]
Toe Deformities in Children
Clubfoot
[General]
Evaluation
Management
Deformities of the Forefoot
Definition of Terms
Evaluation
Management
Pronation
[General]
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
Pes Cavus
[General]
Evaluation
Management
Toe-Walking
[General]
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
Bowed Legs and Knock-Knees
[General]
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
In-Toeing and Out-Toeing
[General]
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
Positions Leading to In-Toeing and Out-Toeing
Internal Tibial Torsion
[General]
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Management
Femoral Anteversion
[General]
Evaluation
Management
When to Refer
Tools for Practice
Engaging Patient and Family
Medical Decision Support
Related Web Sites
Suggested Resources
References
Images

Chapter 183: Foot and Leg Problems

Robert A. Hoekelman, MD; Maurice J. Chianese, MD

MANAGEMENT

The only treatment required for either idiopathic or habitual toe-walking is reassurance.

However, in the child who continues to toe-walk beyond 2 years of age, a dorsiflexion-assist ankle-foot orthosis may be of benefit.[9] [10] [11]

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