Patient's question:
Hello! My baby is now 8 months and 8 days old. He doesn't want to be held anymore and prefers to walk, so I've put him in a walker. Last night, I noticed an issue—his feet are slightly turning outwards. What should I do? Will his feet be left with any aftereffects? Should I continue letting him use the walker?First follow-up question: Only one foot is crooked.
Second follow-up question: Can he still use the walker?
Doctor's answer:
If the baby exhibits the condition you mentioned, it would be advisable to take the child to the hospital's orthopedics department for a check-up. This situation may be related to the baby's posture and position inside the womb, but it's important to examine whether the baby has any congenital developmental abnormalities. It is recommended to first have the baby undergo imaging tests at the hospital, such as checking for conditions like talipes equinovarus.