Should kids wear High Heel Shoes or Stilettos? - Georgina Tay, Singapore Podiatrist

Should kids wear High Heel Shoes? - Georgina Tay, Singapore Podiatrist

As children get older, they may wish to emulate their parents and other adults by wearing high heel shoes. These shoes are often unsuitable for children and can pose certain long-term risks for your child’s development with prolonged use.

Use of high heel shoes is accompanied by an increased risk of ankle sprains, bunions, toe deformities and other conditions due to the body adjusting to the altered posture created by the raised heels. This also increases stress on multiple parts of the body including the forefoot, knees and spine. As your child’s body is still growing, this altered posture and increased stress can result in permanent changes to your child’s body.

To avoid long-term discomfort, limit the time your child spends in them and have your child assessed for any musculoskeletal changes or defects that may occur.

Children Orthotics (shoe insoles)
It is important to assess foot problems in childhood and address them if necessary as some of these issues can have long-lasting effects, affecting the individual’s quality of life as an adult.

One of the treatments available for children is biomechanical correction. This is most effective while they are in their growth phase, as their musculoskeletal structure is more malleable and easier to correct. Proper correction via custom orthotics can help a child’s musculoskeletal system develop normally, and painlessly correct many conditions through daily use.

See a Paediatric Podiatrist today!

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