What to watch for between ages 6 and 14

Do not believe that the exercises can be replaced by a special shoe or insole! You cannot replace the active development of the sole muscles by placing a passive support under the sole. This is the age where it is the most important to practise the exercises because at this point, flat foot disorder is still correctable.

Children spend the better half of the day sitting in school. Teach them the correct sitting posture!

Watch and treat sweating and athlete's foot! Advise the child to continue exercising the feet during class by wiggling their toes or circling their ankles if they have a cramp or tension!

Encourage kids to be active during breaks and to run around with the others!

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