It's never too early to start practicing good foot care. Ensure your newborn has great foot health with just a few easy steps:- Provide exercise - laying your baby uncovered provides him or her with kicking and other related motions, which are a great way to prepare the feet for weight bearing.
- Change your baby's position several times a day.
- Cover your baby's feet loosely. Tight coverings can restrict movement.
Though children's feet are very resilient, it is possible that foot deformities that weren't present at birth can develop. These may develop from covering their feet too tightly as infants, restricting movement, or shoes that don't fit properly and restrict growth. It's crucial that, as your child grows, his or her shoes are flexible and fitted properly.
As your child ages, be on the lookout for changes in his or her walking pattern that may signal a problem. Unexplained foot pain or swelling can also be a sign of a serious condition and should never be ignored.
As you age, time takes a toll on every aspect of your body. This, unfortunately, usually includes your joints and feet. Come to the experts at Northpoint Podiatry today and get fitted for a Moore Balance Brace. These braces improve your balance and greatly reduce your risk of falls by improving your posture and control, minimizing abnormal sway.
Moore Balance Braces stabilize your foot and ankles to help fight against weakness and fatigue. They also help to stimulate your skin's receptors to improve feedback to the brain, while improving your foot clearance to help you avoid tripping.
Northpoint Podiatry has licensed orthotic specialists on staff to help you with all your bracing
needs. Call 732-722-7900 today to schedule your appointment.