Posted on August 25, 2009 in Latest News
In toeing refers to the problem in which the child’s feet turn inwards rather than pointing straight ahead while walking or running. In toeing may be detected shortly after the child is born or after when the child begins to walk. The child having in toeing may trip or stumble while walking. In toeing resolves by itself as the child grows and does not need any other treatment.
What Causes In Toeing?
In toeing is caused due to the following reasons:
- Turning in of the Feet (Metatarsus adductus): This is caused when the child’s feet turn inward. This also referred to as pigeon toes. Generally, the feet straighten without any treatment. Sometimes, corrective shoes or casts may be needed to correct this problem.
- Turning in of thigh bone (Tibial torsion): This is caused when the child’s thigh bone (tibia) turns inwards, causing the feet to turn inwards. The legs generally straighten without any treatment by the time the child is age 4 years old.
- Turning in of Upper leg (femoral torsion): This is caused when the child’s upper leg (femur) turns inwards, resulting in the curved feet. Generally, this condition resolves without any treatment by the time the child is 6 years old.
Treatment:
In toeing usually corrects itself by the time child is 8 years of age. In rare cases, casts, braces or surgery might be needed to correct the intoeing problem.
The risk of intoeing in children increases if one or both the parents have bone deformity. Certain conditions such as cerebral palsy can also cause in-toeing. If you find in-toeing in your child, do consult your doctor or orthopedist for proper diagnosis and surgery
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