Legs, Feet And Lower Extremity Conditions
Several conditions can affect the legs and feet, also called the lower extremities. Kids play sports, their bones grow during puberty and, well, they’re kids. Issues can come up that create leg pain in children.
We try to help kids so they can experience the best possible outcomes as they grow into adulthood.
Lower Extremity Conditions We Treat
- Clubfoot
- Flat feet in children
- Foot Conditions
- Kohler’s disease
- Heel Cord Lengthening/Achilles Heel Lengthening
- Osgood Schlatter Disease
- Sever’s Disease
Our Team
Joshua W. Meier, M.D.
Jennifer M. Brey, M.D.
Laura K. Jacks, M.D.
Star L. Nixon, M.D.
Kent L. Walker, D.O.
Sarah DuPlessis, PA-C
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