Research indicates that three out of four children don't get the recommended one hour of daily physical activity. There's a growing concern with what those 74% of children are doing to replace that activity, such as video games, television, mindless Internet browsing, and so on. At Neville Foot & Ankle Centers throughout Montgomery County, our family-friendly practice encourages more proactive foot health, especially for children. Here are the top reasons why we want you to check your kid's feet, and consider our podiatric team a partner in their health.
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9 Reasons to Check Your Kid's Feet Regularly
Children who are active have a decided advantage over those who aren't, and if you're helping to ensure their foot health, they gain numerous benefits, including, but not limited to:
- Maintaining a healthy weight and increased energy.
- Having strong bones and muscles improves durability.
- Enhancing balance and flexibility to decrease the risk of injury.
- Improving posture for decreased pain.
- Having a healthy heart and blood vessels for a statistically longer life.
- Preventing a wide array of diseases later in life.
- Helping relax and improve mood with endorphins.
- Improving self-esteem and confidence with a healthy body.
- Developing social skills and making friends through collaborative activities.
How Do Neville Foot & Ankle Centers Help Maintain Your Child's Activity and Health?
At Neville Foot & Ankle Centers, our board-certified podiatrists offer comprehensive services that combine compassion, innovation, and experience. We provide the right treatment at the right time. For nearly four decades, Texas families have turned to us to help their children stay active and avoid limited mobility, such as:
- Sports injuries
- Growth disorders
- Gait abnormalities
- Fractures
- Wounds
- Ingrown toenails
- Toenail fungus and athlete's foot
- Calluses
Our approach is to treat children non-surgically whenever possible, while using non-invasive procedures to aggressively address the problem. In some cases, surgical treatment may provide the best long-term option. Education and options help parents make better decisions regarding the health and well-being of their children.
