FLATFOOT DISEASE IN CHILDREN
WHAT IS FLATFOOT DISEASE?
Flat feet, also known as pes planus, are known as low feet in the society. There are many joints that hold together 26 different bones in the foot and ankle. Many factors are effective for a healthy foot system that supports each other with muscle and tendon ligaments.
When looking at the soles of the feet, there should be many pits both transversely and longitudinally. The structure of the arch of the foot, which affects the load distribution in the human foot and determines its walking, is one of the most important factors in gait disorders. In order for the belts to be able to adapt to stress and walking patterns on different surfaces, it is essential that they be quite durable and flexible.
In cases where the arches of the feet are not standing or their flexibility is not enough, pes planus disease, called flatfoot, occurs. In case of pes planus, the distribution of body weight cannot be provided properly in the foot and causes more than one problem.
WHAT ARE FLATFOOT (PES PLANUS) SYMPTOMS?
Pes planus, which does not adversely affect sports or any activity, can be experienced in children up to a certain age.
Pain
It is the most obvious of the symptoms of flat feet. In cases where pes planus is seen, it is seen that children feel pain from their walking.
WHERE DO THE PAIN PRESENT ITSELF?
inside ankle
in the foot bone
in the hip joint
in the calf
town
Pain is observed. At the same time, excessive and rapid deformation of shoes is among the conditions seen in flatfoot patients.
WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF FLATFOOT (PES PLANUS)?
congenital
ACQUIRED
It can be divided into two parts. Congenital, that is, congenital causes, usually occur due to genetic factors. Congenital anomalies can cause flat feet.
vertical talus
Cerebral palsy
Tartal coalition
muscular dystrophy
spina bifida
Such diseases also occur.
ACQUIRED FACTORS
Foot traumas
advancing age
Damage or tear of the posterior tibial tendon
Obesity
Diabetes
It is among the acquired flatfoot factors.
FLAT FOOTWEAR IN CHILDREN
One of the most common orthopedic problems among pediatric diseases is flat feet. In the absence of the arch in the lower part of the foot during walking, it is seen with the sole of the foot in full contact with the ground. Flat feet (pes planus) are related to the tissues in the foot and the tissue-bone in the lower leg. When this situation is encountered in babies and children, there is nothing to be afraid of, it can be considered as a perfectly normal situation.
All babies have flat feet after birth, so there is no need to be afraid of flat feet experienced at a young age. Parents should be aware of this issue and if the same problem continues to be experienced in later ages, they should consult a doctor and provide the necessary assistance to their child. Its incidence and incidence in adults vary between 20-25%.
HOW IS PES PLANUS TREATMENT IN BABIES AND CHILDREN?
Pes planus in infants and children is definitely seen after birth. Most of the time, this disease, which is caused by the posture disorder of a bone in the ankle, can bring other diseases along with it, so its treatment should be done at an early age.
Some stretching and stretching exercises and castings are applied in the newborn period, but when your child is 6-12 months old, surgical intervention is very important to completely eliminate such discomforts. If hard flat feet disease is not treated, it can cause serious disability in the future. In such cases, it is very important for your child's health to see your doctor at an early age.
The earlier the intervention is provided in hard flat feet, the more positive the outcome of the surgical intervention. It is very important for your child's happiness, body, and health not to waste time and act sensitively in such diseases that can cause serious physical problems.