adoloescent pidgeon toed

I was pidgeon toed as a youth and had it corrected at a young age with corrective shoes.
This past year, I've been involved in a relationship with a woman who has an 11 year old boy who is very active in sports. The boy is severely pidgeon toed. The boy loves sports however, he will be severely limited due to the condition. At one time he briefly wore orthodics. Apparently it was very painful to him and the condition has gone untreated. The boy was also born with cleft pallete (sp?) and has endured numerous sugeries with more to follow. Obviously his mom and I are very concerned about his future. My concerns are primarily cosmetic however, I'm also worried about future foot, ankle and knee problems that may develop.
I found you on the internet and read some inquiries and responses to you and from you.
My question is what types of treatments are best for an 11 year old?

Sincerely,

Jon Holland
Tacoma, WA

Posted By Jon Holland on January 21, 2004 at 01:32:17:

In Reply to: new patient posted by Chuck on December 03, 2003 at 13:28:58:

Dr. Vivian Abrams, DPM
Podiatrist
A layer of gel combined with a foot cover to help protect metatarsals and toes from friction and pressure. It also ideal for cushioning the ball of foot and provides warmth for people suffering from arthritis or poor circulation to the toes.

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