Children with this complaint walk with their feet/toes turning in – they are usually not in any pain unless they also have very pronated feet which may cause leg tiredness or knee pain – but may be at higher risk of tripping and as a result injuring themselves.

There is often a genetic component and the hip position can also influence the position of the leg and foot. Hip, leg and foot positions can be influenced in the womb usually if there is not enough room or the feet or legs are squashed into certain positions. In-toeing is usually first noticed when children begin walking and is most common in children under 8 years, but can also spontaneously appear at any age during childhood. It can effect one or both feet/legs/hips.

Treating in-toeing usually involves advice re footwear, gait exercises and in some cases orthoses. Our podiatrists will provide an assessment and provide you with the best treatment plan. In-towing can be complex to manage, your podiatrist will explain and discuss your child’s treatment options in detail.