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Paediatric Care
At Orthotic House, our specialists work with other medical professionals to give your child the best possible care. Our orthotic solutions provide an effective avenue for gentle treatment explicitly tailored to your youngster in need.
As your child grows and happily explores the world, it’s critical to be mindful of any signs of physical discomfort. By recognising these early on, you can ensure a playful childhood where your little one experiences complete freedom!
How we work
Our team collaborates with GPs, paediatric specialists, and paediatric physiotherapists to offer expert orthotic treatment and footwear solutions for children. Trust us to provide your child with the best care possible.
We help with:
- Misshapen baby heads
- Developmental delay, cerebral palsy, spina bifida or hypertonia
- Foot, heel and leg pain
- Walking difficulties
- Limping
- Favouring one foot
- Walking on the toes
Orthotic Products include:
How we help
Our expertise in orthotic treatment and footwear solutions is specifically designed to benefit children with injuries, sports related injuries, disabilities, and medical conditions that result in pain.
We’re here to provide the most effective and comprehensive solutions that will help your child recover, move and live comfortably.
- Disabilities
- Growing pains
- Heel pain/Sever’s disease
- Talipes Equinovarus
- Knock knees/Genu valgum
- Excessive in-toeing or out-toeing gait
- Flat feet or excessively high arches
Orthotic Products include:
Paediatric Care FAQ's
Are Flat Feet Normal in Children?
Yes. Flat feet are very common in infants and young children and are usually a normal part of development.
Most children are born with little or no visible arch because of soft tissues and baby fat on the soles of their feet. As children grow, their muscles, ligaments, and bones develop, and the arches often form naturally.
In many cases, flat feet do not cause any pain or problems and do not require treatment.
An assessment by an orthotist or healthcare professional may be recommended if a child experiences:
- Foot pain
- Fatigue
- Difficulty walking
- Frequent tripping
- Feet that appear significantly different from one another
Early evaluation can help identify whether any intervention is needed to support healthy foot development.
When Does a Child Need Orthotics?
Orthotics are typically recommended when a child experiences symptoms such as:
- Foot pain
- Ankle pain
- Knee pain
- Leg pain
- Poor balance
- Fatigue during activities
- Frequent falls
- Difficulty keeping up with peers
Children with neurological, developmental, or musculoskeletal conditions may also benefit from orthotic support.
Orthotics are designed to improve alignment, provide stability, and enhance comfort during walking and physical activities. A thorough assessment by an orthotist helps determine whether orthotics are appropriate and what type of device will best meet the child's needs.
The goal is always to support function, mobility, and participation in everyday activities while allowing natural growth and development.
Can Orthotics Help Children With Walking Problems?
Yes. Orthotics can often help children who experience walking difficulties.
Depending on the underlying cause, orthotic devices can:
- Improve foot and leg alignment
- Provide stability
- Reduce fatigue
- Support more efficient movement
Children with the following conditions may benefit from orthotic intervention:
- Flat feet
- Toe walking
- Cerebral palsy
- Developmental delays
- Muscle weakness
- Neurological conditions
- Musculoskeletal conditions
Orthotics can also help reduce discomfort and improve confidence during walking, running, and play.
Every child is unique, so a comprehensive assessment is essential to identify the factors affecting mobility and determine the most appropriate treatment plan. Orthotics are frequently used alongside physiotherapy and other therapies to achieve the best possible outcomes for the child.
What Is a Cranial Helmet Used For?
A cranial helmet, also known as a cranial remoulding orthosis, is a specially designed helmet used to help improve the shape of a baby's head.
Cranial helmets are commonly prescribed for babies with:
- Positional plagiocephaly (flattening on one side of the head)
- Brachycephaly (flattening across the back of the head)
- Asymmetrical head shape
The helmet works by gently guiding natural skull growth into a more symmetrical shape while allowing room for growth in flatter areas.
Cranial helmets are custom-made to fit each baby's head and are carefully monitored throughout treatment. They are safe, non-invasive, and most effective when combined with regular follow-up appointments.
Treatment aims to improve head shape during the period of rapid skull growth in infancy.
Please refer to this page to learn more about cranial baby helmets.
When Is Helmet Therapy Recommended for Babies?
Helmet therapy is typically recommended when a baby has moderate to severe head shape asymmetry that has not improved sufficiently with:
- Repositioning techniques
- Tummy time
- Physiotherapy
Following a detailed assessment, a cranial helmet may be considered if flattening remains significant and is affecting head symmetry.
Treatment is most effective when started during periods of rapid skull growth, usually between 4 and 12 months of age, although suitability depends on the individual child.
Early assessment is important because the skull becomes less flexible as a baby grows older.
A qualified orthotist can assess head shape, discuss treatment options, and determine whether helmet therapy is appropriate. The goal is to achieve the best possible outcome during a baby's natural growth and development.
You can learn more about helmet therapy in this article: Head shaping helmets for babies.
