Frequently Asked Questions

Loss of normal foot shape must be cautionary for every family; however, we see some problems in early infanthood and the feet get back to normal without any necessary treatment.

Especially feet problems can be identified by USG in mother’s womb. In this situation the family will be informed before birth and the treatments after birth.

Starting the treatment as soon as possible is a requirement for success.

In this disorder, during the growth period the feet try to get back to its original version. That’s why the conservation of the feet after treatment is essential.

The surgery depends on the child’s evaluation and determination of range of motion. Especially in children with muscle illness, surgical approach must be done at the right time with physical therapy program. During evaluations, if the physiotherapist indicates tension in the muscle, then it is time for surgical treatment. The family should keep in mind that the surgery can be needed again because of the growth of the child.

Depending on the muscle lengthened, we allow the patient to walk as soon as possible. Especially patients with cast are encouraged to walk in a short period of time.

The brain regulates muscle control. In muscle transfer the brain has to adjust to the new situation. If not, the muscle might not have enough function; however, in children, the adjustment is usually easy.

The muscle that is going to be transferred is chosen particularly and arranged to have minimal loss of function. There is another muscle group to perform the functions of the transferred muscle.

Because the muscle development is not enough in children, the feet curve is not developed in children in the early walking period. This development usually begins at age 4 and continues until 10. We accept pes planus before age 4 as normal and do not perform any specific treatment. If the child does not have pain or asymmetry, we do not suggest special treatment or shoes. In situations when the family asks for details and feet development, we can follow the child’s feet development by drawing a feet pressure graphic.

This situation, which is especially seen in girls, can be seen until the age of 8. It must be identified by a pediatric orthopedist whether or not the child has short muscles or just doing this as a game.

It is a congenital disorder, but a specific genetic part is not identified yet.

With the help of ultrasound, it can be identified in the mother’s womb.

This “orthopedic shoe” term is widely used; however, 95% of the children do not require a special shoe. Shoes with a slightly hard heel and a soft tip should be bought. It is important to buy the right size, so this means a new shoe almost every 2 years. Specially made, high priced shoes should only be used if the doctor suggests it.

First of all, the material of the shoe must be examined. Second of all, a slight leveling in the feet arch region is enough. Especially sneakers are designed to support the child’s feet.

Certainly yes. In a campaign started in our country, we say no to ‘bundling’. We know that the most important reason for hip dislocation is bundling.

We do not see epin calcanei in children; however, in the point where heel muscles are attached, there can be complaints that are like epin calcanei, which must be taken into consideration.

Walking problems in children must be watched carefully. The source (brain, spine, joints) of the problem must be identified and the solution must be based upon this. Sometimes we use computer systems to analyze walking problems.