Fitting Children's Shoes

Shoes with Laces for Children Who Wear Orthotics

Has your child been fitted for orthotics and your medical professional recommends wearing shoes with laces instead of velcro closure? Orthotics are special devices inserted into shoes to support and align the foot, and they can do wonders for a child’s foot posture and stability, as long as they are fitted inside the correct pair […]

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Best Orthotics for Children with Overpronation – Early Treatment Can Make a World of Difference!

Has your child been diagnosed with a foot condition and your medical professional recommends wearing a pair of orthotics but didn’t specify which one to get? Alternatively, if this is not the case, have you noticed something off with your child’s foot posture and walking gait but your medical professional brushed it off and told […]

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Orthotics for Kids with Muscular Dystrophy – Adaptive Support to Improve Your Child’s Mobility

Has your child been diagnosed with muscular dystrophy and your medical professional suggested orthotics but didn’t specify which kind to get? Orthotics play a key role in the care and management of kids with muscular dystrophy as they provide adaptive support and thus often improve mobility and prevent joint contractures. The correct type of orthotics […]

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How to Order the Correct Shoe Size for Your Child’s Orthotics – Follow These 3 Simple Steps

Are you having a hard time finding a pair of shoes to accommodate your child’s orthotics? Are you unsure what shoe size to order? One of the most common mistakes that I see parents make is to buy shoes that are too long in an attempt to accommodate the orthotic. It’s important to note that […]

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How to Get the Correct Shoe Size for Your Child’s AFOs – Follow These 2 Simple Steps!

Has your child been diagnosed with a foot condition that requires him or her to wear a pair of AFOs? AFOs can enhance your child’s mobility by keeping the feet and legs in proper alignment, correcting abnormal walking patterns, and improving stability and overall posture. However, if you fit your child’s AFOs in a pair […]

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Insoles for Flat Feet – Say Goodbye to Foot Pain

Do you have a child that is complaining about foot or leg pain? Have you taken your child to your pediatrician or physical/occupational therapist and were told that your child is flat-footed and needs a pair of insoles to be fitted inside the shoes for extra support? An insole is a shoe insert that is […]

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Toddler Shoe Insoles – Keep Your Toddlers’ Feet Healthy by Supporting Your Kids’ Feet!

Has your toddler been diagnosed with flat feet and overpronation? Has your pediatrician recommended that your toddler wears a pair of good supportive shoes and orthotics for extra support? I have fitted certain toddler shoe insoles that are ideal for toddlers with foot problems. The whole topic of orthotics for toddlers is very controversial, but I believe […]

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Best Orthotics for Kids with In-Toeing – Let’s Improve Your Child’s Posture by Preventing the Feet from Collapsing!

Do you have a child who has been diagnosed with in-toeing? Have you tried a pair of supportive shoes but your child’s feet still point inwards instead of pointing straight? I have put together a selection of the best orthotics for kids with in-toeing based on my 10 years of experience fitting children’s shoes and […]

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Best Soccer Insoles for Kids with Heel Pain – Extra Cushion and Support

Do you have a child who is experiencing heel pain while playing soccer? Has your child complained of heel pain during soccer practices and also during the games? I strongly suggest being proactive when it comes to dealing with heel pain, as waiting for this condition to magically disappear might only lead to the condition […]

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Best Orthotics for Pigeon Toed Children – Let’s Improve Your Child’s Walking Gait

Have you noticed your child walking with his or her feet pointing inwards instead of straight ahead? Pigeon toe (in-toeing) is a common condition that causes children’s toes to point inwards. It can involve one or both feet. Children will often grow out of this condition on their own, but some may need orthotic inserts […]

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