Posted on: 22nd October 2025

Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis – What Parents Need to Know

Children’s feet are always on the move — running, playing, and growing fast. But sometimes, painful skin conditions can appear that leave parents unsure of what’s going on. One of the lesser-known conditions we see in children is Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis.

Posted on: 15th October 2025

Feet and posture: The Hidden Link

When most people think about posture, they imagine their back, shoulders, or neck. But did you know that your feet — the very foundation you stand on — can have a huge impact on how the rest of your body feels and moves? At The Foot Room, we often see patients who come in with […]

Posted on: 2nd October 2025

Back to Shoes: Why problems start in September

September always brings a big shift. For children, it’s back-to-school routines. For adults, it’s the return to work shoes after weeks of sandals, sliders, or going barefoot. And every year, we see the same pattern in our clinics — sore feet, aching legs, and niggling pains that seem to appear out of nowhere. But why […]

Posted on: 27th August 2025

“Pro Athlete Problems: Why Early Training Can Lead to Long-Term Injuries”

We’ve all seen it — kids who train like professionals before they’ve even hit double digits. Early morning sessions, multiple clubs, private coaching, tournaments every weekend… it’s becoming the norm in youth sport, especially in football, gymnastics, dance, and athletics.

Posted on: 13th August 2025

“Why So Many Academy Footballers Struggle with Injury – And How We Help”

If your child plays academy-level football, chances are you’ve already seen the impact it can have on their body. The early starts, intense training schedules, weekend matches, and high performance expectations all build up — especially when their bodies are still growing and developing. At The Foot Room, we regularly see young footballers coming in […]

Posted on: 6th August 2025

“Ballet Pumps: The Cutest Shoe with the Biggest Problems”

They’re cute, they’re convenient, and they go with everything — but ballet pumps might just be one of the worst things you can regularly put on your feet. We know, we know… they’re a wardrobe staple for many. But at The Foot Room, we’ve seen firsthand how these flimsy favourites can lead to long-term problems, especially for growing kids and teens.

Posted on: 23rd July 2025

“Flat Out, Wobbly or Just in Pain? Why Your Child’s Feet Might Be Trying to Tell You Something!”

When your child starts limping after football, walking on their toes, or complaining about sore knees — it’s easy to brush it off as “just growing pains.” But what if it’s something more?