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Orthotics for Children
Orthotic devices are effective in the treatment of children with foot
deformities. Most podiatric physicians recommend that children with such deformities be
placed in orthotics soon after they start walking, to stabilize the foot. The devices can
be placed directly into a standard shoe, or an athletic shoe.
Usually, the orthotics need to be replaced when the child’s foot has grown two sizes.
Different types of orthotics may be needed as the child’s foot develops, and changes
shape.
The length of time a child needs orthotics varies considerably, depending on the
seriousness of the deformity and how soon correction is addressed.