Patient's question:
The baby is now 1.5 weeks old and walks with in-toeing. The hospital conducted a thorough examination and said it's due to calcium deficiency. It has now been supplemented. However, the in-toeing is still present, and the body is slightly leaning forward.Previous treatment and effectiveness: Only calcium and Xin were supplemented. It is no longer deficient now. The desired help: How should it be treated? Are corrective orthotics helpful?
Doctor's answer:
When a child walks, their feet tend to turn inward slightly, which is also known as "pigeon-toed." In medical terms, this is referred to as "inward rotation gait." In most cases, it is a normal physiological condition, often with a family history, meaning that some family members may walk the same way. Generally, the symptoms tend to gradually improve with age.Recommendations:
1. Walking posture guidance: Provide necessary auditory cues during walking.
2. Learn ballet: Ballet dancers often develop "outward rotation gait" after long-term training.
3. Wear orthotics: Wear orthotic devices at night to correct the child's bones while they sleep.
Even with these methods, complete correction may not be achieved in three or five years, and in most cases, it is difficult to achieve full correction. Additionally, another method can be used for correction: wear the shoes upside down at home, with the left foot in the right shoe and vice versa.
Thank you. The above suggestions are for the issue of "a baby leaning forward and having pigeon-toed feet." I hope this helps, and wish you good health!