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Not Just for Adults
Examination of children's feet is an integral part of podiatry. Often, children have structural imbalance of the feet that may go unrecognized and can lead to other deformities and imbalances within the skeletal system. When detected early, these imbalances of the feet, some of which are related to the bone structure, are treated so that a sturdier foundation can be provided for during later years.
Deformities of the toes are common in the pediatric population. Generally they are congenital in nature with both or one of the parents having the same or similar condition. Many of these deformities are present at birth and can become worse with time. Rarely do children outgrow these deformities. Common digital deformities are underlaping toes, overlapping toes, flexed or contracted toes and mallet toes.

Jeffrey S. Hurless, DPM
Advanced Podiatric Medical Center
(formally Feet First Podiatry)
415 E. Rolling Oaks Dr. Suite 210
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
(805) 496-2383 phone (805) 496-2387 fax
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What is a Podiatrist?
A Podiatrist is the foremost authority and medical specialist of one of the most intricate and complex anatomical structures ever designed -- the human
foot and ankle.

A podiatrist is the only medical specialist educated, trained, licensed, and certified for exclusive treatment of the foot and ankle. In order to receive the degree of doctor of podiatric medicine, podiatrists must successfully undergo a lengthy, rigorous course of education, training and testing in such diverse areas as biomechanics, orthopedics, radiography, pharmacology, sports medicine, dermatology and surgery.

Although wondrous in design and function, the human foot can also be struck by numerous ailments, some of which are life-threatening. Additionally, many disorders first manifest themselves in the foot. Podiatrists are often the first healthcare professionals to diagnose these disorders.

Podiatrists also play a critical role in the care, treatment and management of the diabetic, elderly and circulation-impaired. The diagnosis, intervention and treatment by podiatrists may save patients from amputation, restore mobility or prevent other serious, more costly problems, by early detection and appropriate treatment.

What is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Foot and ankle surgeons are first and foremost Podiatrists. More importantly, they are the surgical specialists of the podiatric profession. Foot and ankle surgeons treat a wide variety of foot and ankle conditions:
• Structural conditions
• Trauma-related injuries
• Skin and nail conditions
• Congenital deformities