Before the age of 6, most children are considered flat-footed, as they are still developing muscles that form the arch in the foot and add structure. It’s recommended if your child is under the age of 6, to let them continue growing and developing, as their bodies are still developing in that area. However, after the age of 6, if your child’s feet are still having issues, it’s time to get the child’s foot arch checked out by a podiatrist like Tustin Podiatry. Some of the common areas that can be affected in the feet within children and that should be consistently looked out for are: 1. General pain in the feet and ankles 2. Ankles that are turning too far inwards 3. Pain between the heel and toes 4. Difficulty walking or not doing activities If your child is exhibiting any of these signs, it’s best to have a podiatrist check them out and rule out any underlying causes, as their feet are very important to their overall development. We invite you to schedule an appointment with us to review your child’s developmental growth in their feet and examine their feet more closely to see if they would benefit from little STEPS Foot Orthotics.