Pediatric Foot & Ankle Care

Foot and ankle injuries are common among children and teenagers, which is why having a podiatrist you trust is important. At Prime Foot and Ankle Care in South Brunswick, New Jersey, highly trained podiatrist Nrupa Shah, DPM, provides comprehensive pediatric foot and ankle care to children of all ages. Schedule a foot or ankle evaluation by calling the office or booking an appointment online today. 

What is pediatric foot and ankle care?

Pediatric foot and ankle care at Prime Foot and Ankle Care consists of evaluations, diagnostic testing, and treatments for the feet and ankles. Dr. Shaw cares for babies, children, and teenagers. She’s highly trained, has many years of experience, and specializes in treating injuries. Dr. Shah offers same-day emergency care and convenient Saturday office hours.

Which conditions can pediatric foot and ankle care address?

Pediatric foot and ankle care at Prime Foot and Ankle Care can treat the following conditions and more:

• Warts
• Club foot
• Sever's disease
• Toe walking
• Bowlegs
• Pigeon-toe
• Sports injuries
• Ankle sprains
• Ankle fractures
• Foot fractures
• Achilles tendinitis 
• Ingrown toenails
• Athlete’s foot 
• Corns and calluses
• Bunions
• Foot pain
• Heel pain
• Flat feet
• Hammertoes 
• Fungal nails
• Foot wounds
• Plantar fasciitis
• Gout 

Dr. Shah personalizes foot and ankle treatments to ensure optimal results, less pain, and improved mobility to help get your child back on their feet.

Which type of pediatric foot and ankle care is best for my child?

Dr. Shah examines your child’s feet and ankles, discusses their medical history, and reviews their symptoms to determine if they’re a candidate for pediatric foot and ankle care. She offers on-site X-rays and other procedures to confirm a diagnosis and determine how to best treat your child’s condition. 

What does pediatric foot and ankle care include?

Depending on the type and severity of foot or ankle condition your child struggles with, Dr. Shah may suggest one or more of the following treatments:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
• Injections
• Casting
• Walking boot 
• Bracing
• Fracture care
• Taping
• Medications
• Physical therapy
• Wound care
• Injections
• Shockwave therapy
• Foot or ankle surgery

While often a last resort, Dr. Shah offers surgery to fully restore your child’s foot or ankle structure. She uses the latest advances in procedures and technologies to ease discomfort, optimize foot and ankle function, and maximize mobility. 

Dr. Shah follows up to ensure effective, lasting outcomes and an enhanced quality of life. She is available to address questions or concerns that may arise throughout the process.

Encourage your child to protect their feet by wearing appropriate footwear when playing sports and not overtraining. See Dr. Shah for an evaluation at the first sign of a nonhealing, painful, or severe foot or ankle injury.

Schedule an evaluation at Prime Foot and Ankle Care for personalized pediatric foot and ankle care by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.