Life Clinic throughout September offers pediatric orthotic and podiatry screenings to prepare children for the start of a new school year in tip-top shape.
The professionalism of our team of experts is made available to children and parents for an accurate assessment to identify any issues and treat them in time.
Pediatric ORTHOTOTICAL EVALUATION WHY DO IT?
Development of visual function occurs between the second and third years of age and reaches maturity around age 8.
By having a periodic orthoptic evaluation, it is possible to identify any visual and muscular problems such as strabismus and amblyopia (lazy eye) that could adversely affect school performance.
Indeed, it is in kindergarten and school that parents and educators notice the first difficulties children have in reading or writing, or when they assume abnormal head positions, are confused, complain of headaches and fatigue.
The very purpose and importance of orthoptic evaluation is precisely to highlight the presence of all these abnormalities in the eye muscles and the changes that result from them that, if left untreated, can lead to permanent problems and reduce the child's ability to see.
PODOLOGICAL VISIT flat foot but not only
Another important examination for children is podiatry, which is essential to detect possible abnormalities or problems with the feet and posture. Foot well-being is essential to ensure proper walking and posture while avoiding any pain or discomfort during long hours spent at school or during sports activities.
One of the most common conditions that should not be underestimated is flatfoot. This is a condition characterized by altered plantar support, especially in the medial region due to a lowered arch of the foot.
Flatfoot often has a physiological origin and can be considered an expression of the natural elasticity and plasticity of the foot and resolves with growth between the ages of 4 and 8 years.
However, this problem also has a congenital origin and is caused by abnormal fibrocartilaginous connections between the tarsal bones of the hindfoot, shortness of the Achilles tendon, and ligamentous hyperlaxity.
In addition to corrective gymnastics, flat feet are treated with the use of custom orthotics that support the arch of the foot and strengthen the muscles of the foot.
Seeing a podiatrist is essential not only to correct flat feet, but also to be able to treat annoying and common issues in children such as warts, ingrown toenails, and fungal infections.
Treating these conditions before classes begin will help children actively participate in school and sports activities.
Taking care of children's visual and podiatric health before the school year begins is an important step in helping them feel more confident, comfortable, and focused during learning activities. Through these visits, parents can intervene early to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of young children.
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