Podiatry Services in Clifton, NJ
Pediatric & Adolescent Foot Care in Clifton, NJ
Pediatric and adolescent foot care in Clifton, NJ covers everything from flat feet and in-toeing to sports injuries and ingrown toenails. Children’s feet should not hurt, and Dr. Marc Haspel provides foot and ankle care for children and teens.
Thursday & Saturday Hours
Open until 6 pm Thursdays and 9 am–12 pm on alternate Saturdays
Understanding Child Foot & Ankle Care
Common Foot Problems in Children
If your son or daughter is not participating as often in sports or other physical activities, or is complaining of foot pain, don’t assume it is just growing pains. Your child may have a common developmental foot condition, such as flat feet, that can often be treated with a custom foot orthotic.
Parents may also notice that a child often falls or trips and can’t keep up with normal activities. This may be due to a condition called in-toeing or out-toeing.
Dr. Marc Haspel, DPM
Board-certified podiatric physician & surgeon
Know the Signs
Child Foot & Ankle Care: Symptoms & Causes
Understanding what you are feeling, and why, is the first step toward the right care.
Signs to Watch For
- Complaints of foot pain
- Avoiding sports or physical activities
- Frequent tripping or falling
- Feet that turn in or out when walking
Causes & Other Conditions
Common Causes
Many childhood foot problems are developmental, such as flat feet, in-toeing and out-toeing. Children are also treated for injuries, ingrown toenails and warts.
We Also Treat
When Should You See a Doctor?
If your son or daughter is complaining of foot pain, or you notice frequent tripping, bring them in for an evaluation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
Diagnosis
When Dr. Haspel sees a child in his office, he performs a complete foot exam to determine the right treatment plan to correct the foot problem.
Treatment Options
Custom Foot Orthotics
Many childhood foot conditions can be helped with a custom foot orthotic, an insert that fits into the shoe and keeps the bones of the feet in their proper alignment. This can relieve foot pain and support normal development as your child grows.
Injury and Nail Care
Dr. Haspel also treats foot fractures, ankle sprains, ingrown toenails and warts in children and teens.
Helping Your Child Stay Active
Growing With Healthy Feet
The goal is to help your child enjoy healthy, happy feet in the years ahead.
Follow-Up Care
Children’s feet change as they grow, so follow-up visits help keep treatment on track.
Tips for Parents
- Don’t dismiss foot pain as growing pains
- Make sure shoes fit properly and replace them as feet grow
- Watch for tripping, falling or trouble keeping up
Next Steps
Schedule your visit
Call (973) 777-4650 or book online. Our Clifton office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am, Thursdays until 6 pm and alternate Saturdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
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Your Visit
What to Expect
From your first appointment through follow-up care, here is how care for child foot & ankle care usually works at our Clifton, NJ office.
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Consultation
Dr. Haspel talks with you and your child about symptoms and activities.
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Complete Foot Exam
A complete foot exam helps determine the right treatment plan.
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Treatment & Follow-Up
Treatment may include custom orthotics, with follow-up visits as your child grows.
Related Care
Related Conditions & Services
Children’s foot care may also help with: flat feet, ankle sprains and ingrown toenails.
Flat Feet
Low or fallen arches that cause tired, achy feet, often treated with custom orthotics.
Foot & Ankle Injuries
Sprains, fractures and tendon problems. Same-day visits are often available after an injury.
Toenail Conditions
In-office laser treatment for fungal toenails and gentle care for painful ingrown toenails.
Custom Orthotics, Shoes & Braces
Custom orthotic devices, shoe therapy and braces to correct biomechanical problems and support walking.
Foot Deformities & Clubfoot
Problems with the shape or alignment of the foot, present at birth or developing over time.
In-toeing & Out-toeing
Feet that turn in or out when a child walks, with a complete foot exam for every child.
Board Certified
Podiatric surgery & podiatric medicine
Your Podiatrist
Why Choose Marc Haspel, DPM for Children’s Foot Care?
Dr. Marc Haspel treats patients for children’s foot care at our office in Clifton, NJ.
Dr. Marc Haspel is a board-certified podiatric physician and surgeon with more than 35 years of experience caring for patients throughout Northern New Jersey.
- A complete foot exam for every child
- Custom foot orthotics for developmental conditions
- Care for sports injuries, ingrown toenails and warts
- Convenient office on Clifton Avenue in Clifton, NJ
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Children’s Foot Care
Answers to common questions about care for child foot & ankle care at our Clifton, NJ office. Have another question? Our staff is happy to help.
Is foot pain in children just growing pains?
Not necessarily. Children’s feet should not hurt. Foot pain may be caused by a common developmental condition, such as flat feet, that can be treated.
What is in-toeing or out-toeing?
In-toeing and out-toeing describe feet that turn in or out when walking. Parents may notice a child falling or tripping often or having trouble keeping up with normal activities.
How can orthotics help my child?
A custom foot orthotic fits into the shoe and keeps the bones of the feet in proper alignment, which can relieve foot pain and support normal development.
Do you treat sports injuries in children?
Yes. Dr. Haspel treats foot fractures, ankle sprains, ingrown toenails and foot infections such as warts in children and teens.
Is treatment covered by insurance?
Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare. Coverage varies by plan, so please call our office with questions about your benefits, referrals or pre-certification.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (973) 777-4650, use our online appointment request form or book with Dr. Haspel on Zocdoc. We’re open until 6 pm on Thursdays and from 9 am to 12 pm on alternate Saturdays.
More Ways We Can Help
Other Services at Our Clifton Office
Many foot and ankle problems overlap. These services are often part of the same care plan.
Custom orthotic devices, shoe therapy and braces to correct biomechanical problems and support walking.
Sprains, fractures and tendon problems. Same-day visits are often available after an injury.
In-office laser treatment for fungal toenails and gentle care for painful ingrown toenails.
Book Your Visit
Ready to Get Help With Children’s Foot Care?
Schedule a visit with Dr. Haspel at our Clifton, NJ office. Call (973) 777-4650 or book online.
- 1100 Clifton Avenue, Suite C, Clifton, NJ 07013
- Mon–Fri from 9 am · Thu until 6 pm · Alt. Sat 9 am–12 pm
