Health articles
Plain-language guides from our consultants. Not a substitute for a consultation — but a good place to start.
Clubfoot in newborns: what every parent should know
Clubfoot is one of the most common birth conditions of the foot — and one of the most treatable when care starts early. Here's how the Ponseti method works.
In-toeing and out-toeing in children: when to worry
'Pigeon toes' and feet that turn outward are among the most common reasons parents visit us — and most of the time, the answer is reassuring.
Children's fractures: why they're different from adults'
A child's bones are still growing, which changes everything about how a fracture is diagnosed, treated and followed up.
Diabetic foot ulcer: 7 warning signs you must not ignore
Most amputations in diabetes begin with a small wound that was noticed too late. Learn the signs and what to do in the first 24 hours.
The five-minute daily foot check every diabetic should do
The single most effective thing you can do to avoid a diabetic foot ulcer takes five minutes a day and costs nothing.
Hernia: do I really need surgery? Your questions answered
A bulge in the groin or around the navel is common — and confusing. Here's a plain-language guide to what a hernia is and how it's treated.
Charcot foot: the diabetic complication most people have never heard of
A hot, swollen foot without an obvious wound is easy to dismiss. Caught early, Charcot foot is manageable; caught late, it deforms the foot permanently.
Flat feet in children: do they need treatment?
Almost every toddler has flat feet. Very few need treatment. Here's how to tell the difference between a normal flat foot and one that needs a specialist.
Worried about your child's walk, posture or a recent injury?
Don't wait and watch. An early expert opinion is quick, reassuring and often prevents bigger problems later.