What is In-toeing and Out-toeing?

In-toeing and Out-toeing begin occurring before the age of 10 because children’s bones and muscles need a lot of time to develop.

What is In-toeing?

In-toeing typically occurs because of genetics and the positioning of the fetus in the uterus. Here are some symptoms to look for in respect to your child’s age:

• Metatarsus adductus: This is when the foot is turned inwards. This happens at birth and typically resolves on its own by the age of one

• Internal tibial torsion: This is when there is a rotation of the tibia or shinbone. This can be seen around the age of 2 or when your child starts walking and typically resolves on its own by the age of 8.

• Femoral anteversion: This is when there’s a rotation of the femur thighbone, which means the entire leg points inwards. This tends to peak around the age of 4-6 but will progressively get better.

What is Out-toeing?

Out-toeing is essentially a mirror of in-toeing, but a more rare condition.

The Good News

The good news is that in-toeing and out-toeing are normal in children’s leg development and typically resolve on their own. But if you do notice that something is off and are concerned, feel free to contact us to set up an appointment today to speak with our team of trusted foot health professionals.