Children’s Assessment
Gentle, Expert Foot Care for Growing Feet
At Leading Edge Podiatry (formerly Complete Podiatry Blackwood), we see children every day for a wide range of foot and leg concerns. Our podiatrists are experienced, compassionate, and well-versed in making young patients feel comfortable and at ease—because a relaxed child means a more effective assessment.
Common Reasons Children See a Podiatrist
Parents often bring their children in for concerns such as:
- Intoeing or pigeon-toe walking
- Toe walking
- Flat feet or collapsed arches
- Plantar warts
- Ingrown or curved toenails
- Foot or leg pain during activity
- Unusual walking patterns
Many of these issues are part of normal development—but others may benefit from early intervention to avoid future complications or discomfort.
What’s Involved in a Children’s Foot Assessment?
Children are not just small adults. Their bones, joints, and gait patterns are still developing, which means they require a different approach to assessment and care.
Your child’s appointment will include:
- Foot Posture and Leg Alignment
We evaluate how your child stands, balances, and loads their feet to check for signs of flat feet, knock knees, or other postural concerns.
Watching your child walk (and run, if appropriate) allows us to identify any inefficiencies, asymmetries, or abnormal movement patterns.
We’ll examine your child’s current shoes and provide recommendations to ensure they are supportive, age-appropriate, and suitable for your child’s activities.
Caring, Family-Focused Approach
Our podiatrist, Jason has a young family and truly understand the challenges of healthcare visits with little ones. We take the time to make your child feel safe and supported during their appointment, helping build trust and cooperation.
Whether your child needs treatment or simply reassurance, we’re here to guide you every step of the way with evidence-based, age-appropriate care.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Early assessment can be key to managing or preventing long-term issues with walking, balance, or foot pain. If you have any concerns about your child’s foot development, don’t hesitate to reach out.
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We look forward to helping you move better, feel better, and live pain-free at Leading Edge Podiatry!
FAQ's
You don't usually need a referral from a doctor to see a podiatrist. However, DVA/NDIS, Workcover& Medicare Chronic Disease Programme patients will need documentation before their initial appointment.
NDIS patients who are on a managed plan we will need to know your Plan Manager's contact details and approval for assessment.
Workcover patients we will require case manager details and approval details for assessment.
Medicare Chronic Disease Patients (e.g. Diabetes, Heart Disease), we will require an EPC referral form.
DVA patients will need a DVA patient referral. D904 form from your GP.
Please call us on 08 7120 6063 for further information.
Health Insurance: Podiatry comes under “Extras cover”. Private health insurance can vary from one health fund to the next. Before booking your appointment it’s always good to check your health fund policy to determine how much cover you will receive from your private health insurer. Leading Edge Podiatry is a Bupa Members First provider.
Medicare: If you have a chronic medical condition, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate to cover some of podiatry services under a Chronic disease management plan. Common chronic conditions include: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood pressure & Heart Disease. Please note: Medicare appointments are NOT bulk billed.
NDIS: Patients that are on a managed plan we will need your NDIS number and details of your case manager and account details. For plan managed we prepare a Service Agreement and can invoice the plan manager.
DVA: You may be able to receive podiatry services if you have a Veteran Gold or are approved for specified foot conditions as DVA White Card.
We understand that life is unpredictable and you may not always be able to make your scheduled appointment. If you are unable to make an appointment please contact our reception at least 24 hours prior to cancel or arrange for another time. Please call us on 7120 6063 or email: admin@leadingedgepodiatry.com.au
Missed appointments and appointments cancelled without 24 hours notice may be charged a consultation fee.
Your private health fund card (if applicable). Any relevant medical records, test results, x-rays, MRI scans, or ultrasounds. A list of your current medications (if you have not filled in the new patient form before arrival). Any previous orthotics or insoles and a couple of pairs of shoes if you are suffering from foot pain.
Podiatrists are experts in foot and ankle health. They are healthcare professionals who can diagnose and treat problems relating to your feet and lower limbs. They can also work with you to relieve pain, correct deformities, sporting injuries, help prevent foot conditions from occurring, as well as keep you active and mobile throughout your life.
Podiatrists play a key role in the early detection and treatment of foot problems in people with diabetes. Neuropathy (nerve damage), arthropathy (joint damage), vasculopathy (blood vessel damage), and other complications, most of which can be avoided or delayed with annual foot exams and treatment.
Yes, our podiatrist Jason Kuang is endorsed for schedule medicines. He can prescribe medicines for common foot ailments e.g.: antibiotics, antifungal, gout medications.
We do treat children of all ages, if your child is experiencing pain in their ankles or feet, it's a sign that you need to see a podiatrist. Pain isn't a normal sign of growth and it should be professionally assessed, diagnosed, and treated where necessary. Our podiatrists are very experienced in helping young children with feet issues.
At Leading Edge Podiatry, we have a limited footwear selection, including brands like Archies thongs and slides, Revere sandals.
Case Studies
Heel Pain in a 10-Year-Old Boy: Plantar Fasciitis or Sever’s Disease?
