Pediatric Intoeing (Pigeon Toes) Intoeing in Children

"Intoeing in children is the most common pediatric gait abnormality discussed with pediatricians"
- Dr. Mikkel Jarman
In this video Dr. Jarman discusses intoeing in children (Pigeon toes) and what anatomical structures are influencing this condition and the ideal window of opportunity of when to treat.
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Pediatric Foot & Ankle
Dr. Mikkel Jarman, DPM - Pediatric Podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ (Children’s foot doctor)
Address: 30 S Kyrene Rd #3, Chandler, AZ 85226
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[@CryptoRules1390]

Hi so what’s the type of doctor my son needs to see for this problem?

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

You would want to see a pediatric podiatrist. pediatricfootankle.com/what-is-a-pediatric-podiatrist/ If there are no pediatric podiatrists in your area, then a podiatrist would be your second choice. A podiatrist is a doctor that specializes in foot and ankle conditions. A pediatric podiatrist specializes in children's foot and ankle conditions. Hope that helps!

[@alishasadhikari5414]

My child heel problem feet seet cross

[@adilhussain9373]

What would you say about a 21 year old been pigeon toed my whole life was really noticeable as a kid but was told it would straighten out got to highschool and even till college people noticed I walked with my feet bent I’m not to sure if it’s my thighs which are in or it’s my shin bone

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thank you for watching our video and sharing your experience. Getting a podiatric or orthopedic consult would be appropriate to determine where the torsion is originating. You are right thinking it could be coming from an area other than your foot or ankle. Hope this helps.

[@abigailschembri3067]

Hi Dr. Jarman, im a mother f a 4 year old daughter in Malta. From a very tender age i was always concerned about how she positioned her toes, which is intoeing. i went to a lot of doctors and even at hospital but they only tell me that it is something from the hip and that it will improve. she even had insoles but im not seeing any improvement made, i am just seeing her getting worse. can you help me on what i should do in this case? i really want her to improve since she us younger. thanks

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thank you for commenting. If you would like to contact our clinic (Dr. Jarman) directly, the link is noted below pediatricfootankle.com/contact-directions/

[@abigailschembri3067]

@@PediatricFootAnkle thanks for your reply i really appreciate it :)

[@Charlotte-sv7kt]

Hi i am 15 years old and I am a pigeon toed walker and I often have pain in my knees and I am wondering what kind of help I could get or if I need help at all. All I know is that I often stumble at my own feet and have a lot of knee pain :)

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

If you are experiencing pain, a consult with a pediatric podiatrist would be helpful. They can determine where the torsion is coming from and help address the condition. Something to discuss with your parents. Thanks for watching our video.

[@leejmuam1]

OMG. I wish I knew this earlier or have researched it earlier. I noticed my son and daughter walking with one leg straight and one leg was dragging or as I learned from this video intoed since they were 5 but thought maybe that just how kids walk. Now they are 12 and 8. It is too late to do anything??? Please help.

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thank you for watching our video. Having your children evaluated by a pediatric podiatrist or an orthopedic provider would be an appropriate first step. Learning where the torsion is originating from (hip, lower leg or foot) will help in determining a plan of care.

[@petlifeAmksm]

I have it and I'm 12 so i might be able to fix right

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Having a consult with a pediatric podiatrist would be a start and see what they can do to help. Thank you for your comment.

[@lebronshairline4768]

Most pigeon toed people have pigeon toed kids i noticed

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks for watching our video.

[@padmalatha1698]

My daughter also same problem she is nw 9year can be treated

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

An evaluation with a pediatric podiatrist is a good place to start. Thank you for commenting.

[@nightshade1621]

I noticed my daughter intoeing as a newborn. I asked her peds doc does she have Metatarsus Adductus. She confirmed with photos with ortho. She's 7mths now. Her original pediatrician said usually don't start treatment until 6mths. But moved to a new peds doc, and she said don't really know until start walking. I see her move her feet in and out. Should I press the issue of bracing now?

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks for your comment! 6 months is appropriate for intervention, bones are still growing and developing in which will respond better with bracing techniques- I like to use prefabricated bracing vs a hard cast brace. Please see a podiatrist in your area to be evaluated! -Dr. Jarman

[@nightshade1621]

@@PediatricFootAnkle thank you! I'll ask for the referral now.

[@Rachel-ob5bu]

I've tried getting on at my paediatrics & orthopaedics about my sons intoeing I personally think its worse than what they are telling us but they refuse to see him for another 9-12 months

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks for your comments. Intoning is such a hard one to truly treat as there are many different sources of the into and treatment protocols are not so straight forward. The vast majorty of kids do improve or resolve over time, however there are lots of kids who do not. .. Treatments are not complicated, just depends on the age and severity. Keep trying to voice your concern, or get a second opinion. Thanks, Dr. Jarman

[@Rachel-ob5bu]

@@PediatricFootAnkle Thank you for your reply, We did continue to call and voice it. They finally heard us and will be seeing him this month. Thank you :)

[@Rachel-ob5bu]

Hi again!, We voiced our concerns and we had an diagnosis of mild bilateral metatarsus adductus but recently he has started to walk on his tip-toe often Unsure why but they want to see him sooner :)

[@terrancemcgriff7869]

Hey I'm 39 is it too late?? 😂😂😂😂 straight out of the womb i was bad pear toed. As my mother calls it AND my feet not only pointed at each other the were LOOKING at each other. No braces no intervention no breaking my legs and no orthropedic shoes. Right leg straight out but my left leg didn't get memo lol I was told it's hereditary

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks for your comments, unfortunately at the age of 39 there are no conservative options. If it is not affecting the quality of your life, there is no recommendation for intervention. Thanks, Dr. Jarman

[@lebronshairline4768]

It is

[@user-zc4ly5tt6j]

@@PediatricFootAnkle is there anything I can do at 17?

[@riac123ab]

Heyy I'm almost 18 now and I have it, is there a way to self correct it by imposing forced way of walking correctly? Will that train my brain to stop walking that like?

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thank you for watching our video. It sounds likely this is a structural issue. Conservative measures are unlikely to correct the condition. Seeing a specialist who could recommend a viable care plan would benefit you in the knowledge of the condition and what is possible. The link below may be helpful in finding a qualified specialist. www.apma.org/

[@Kay4kamran0]

Im 20 is there any chances for my recovery ?

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Moving forward, you would benefit from an accurate diagnosis on the cause of your Intoeing condition. A podiatrist will be able to help identify this for you and work with you on a plan of care.

[@haidarnasser9904]

My daughter is one and a half years but only one leg is the one doing that intoeing thing

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks for your comments. There is a brace we use at this age (Weaton Brace) that works great to help improve/correct this twist. She would need to be seen by a provider that treats this condition to determine if she is a candidate. I hope this helps. Dr. Jarman

[@niveacollazo8946]

Is 6 years old to late to correct metatarsal abductus? Her doctor won't give us a referral. Where are you located?

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

We are in Chandler, AZ. We do offer in person or virtual consults. See link below pediatricfootankle.com/contact-directions/

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

At age 6 Metatarsus Adductus would be treatable, but unfortunately cannot be fixed. We treat the condition with orthotics that have gait plates to aid in the prevention of the child tripping. In the future, as an adult, if the condition continues to be a problem, this can be addressed with surgical intervention.

[@beecee7488]

Sadly, my sons dr didn’t do his job to help my son and now it’s too late!!

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

It is not too late! You can always consult a Pediatric Podiatrist in your area to discuss treatment options such as surgery. -Staff @ Pediatric Foot and Ankle

[@Laraamdram]

I have pigeon toed and I’ve never Ment someone with it

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thank you for watching our video. Let us know if you have any questions about the condition. Link below if needed. pediatricfootankle.com/contact-directions/

[@phoebegaming8027]

I am still pigeon toed at 14 years old what would my paediatric doctor do to help me?Ive had shoes and insoles when I was younger but nothing has helped

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks for watching our video. The link below is to our page on Pediatric Intoeing, which offers more information on the condition. Where the condition originates from on the leg or foot is key to a successful treatment plan. Perhaps you and your parents could further discuss. Feel free to contact our clinic directly via email or text with any additional questions. pediatricfootankle.com/foot-conditions/in-toeing-pigeon-toes/ pediatricfootankle.com/contact-directions/

[@phoebegaming8027]

@@PediatricFootAnkle Thank you so much I’m in with pediatry in hospital not sure what treatment they will do yet but I’m not sure which type I have all I know is my knees turn in when I walk and it becomes painfull in my tibia after waking for a while what do you think they will do so I can prepare?

[@rodessaneveridalozano5662]

Can you help me my daughter like that...

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

acfap.org is a great way to find a provider who is close to you. I hope this helps? Dr. Jarman

[@darganx]

I guess I slipped the net haha

[@JitendraKumar09876]

Im 12 , and my legs move inward only when im walking, is it fixable yet ?? 😂

[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thank you for watching our video and your question. An evaluation with a pediatric podiatrist would be helpful to determine that. Perhaps a conversation with your parents would be a first step.

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[@PediatricFootAnkle]

Thanks, Dr. Jarman

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