Proper footwear is essential to support a child’s development. We believe an ideal warm weather shoe for kids offers arch support, a stable heel cup, shock absorption and breathability. We can thoroughly assess each child’s alignment and gait pattern when recommending appropriate footwear for pediatric PT.For more specific and tailored guidance, please feel free to contact us directly!
According to APMA, suitable footwear Should pass 1, 2, 3 tests, including:
1. Stiff Rigid Heel Cup – Press down on both sides of the heel counter. Shoes should not collapse.
2. Check the flexibility of the toes – push the sole up on the toe line. Shoes should not bend a child’s toes.
3. Assess midfoot structure – try twisting the shoe on the midfoot line. The shoe should not be twisted in the middle.
Here are some pediatric PT-approved footwear options for the warmer days ahead!
Keen
Our top picks KEEN include Keen Newport & KEEN sea camp
fully
Our top picks for PediPed include Minnie with feet & PediPed Flex Canyon
stepping ceremony
Our top Stride Rite picks include Stride Rite Wade & Stride Rite Seaton
Kamick
Our top Kamik picks include god crab & kamik turtle
Merrell
Our top picks for Merrell include Merrell Hydro H2 & Merrell Hydro Jr.
For more detailed guidance, check out our post Recommended children’s shoes!
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refer to:
- APMA Children’s Foot Health website: https://www.apma.org/files/ProductPDFs/Children%27s_FootHealth.pdf
- Stride Rite Guide: https://www.striderite.com
