When is an assessment useful?
Tell us if your child avoids walking or play because of pain, regularly complains of tired feet or legs, trips more than usual, or cannot wear school or sport shoes comfortably. Also tell us if one foot is changing, stiff or noticeably different from the other.
Pain, stiffness, a rapid change or an injury deserves closer attention. We consider symptoms, walking and footwear together before planning the next step. Our children's flat feet guide explains what we look for.
First, understand
We assess the child, not only the arch
Wonderwalk looks at foot pressure, walking, posture, foot mobility and a foot blueprint or measurements. We also ask about pain, activity and the shoes your child uses. A footprint or scan alone cannot tell us why a child is uncomfortable.
Then, plan
Insoles designed for a clear goal
When bespoke insoles are part of the plan, we explain the intended change and which shoes each pair needs to fit. We also discuss footwear, exercise or clinical input that can support your child's comfort.
Bring the shoes, and tell us what happens in them
Bring school shoes, sport shoes and the pair your child wears most often. If there are old insoles, bring those too. Tell us when discomfort starts, whether your child stops an activity, and which shoes feel better or worse. These details help us understand what will work in daily life.
Children grow, and shoe fit can change. If an insole begins to rub, feels too small or causes new discomfort, contact the team for advice about review or adjustment. Do not ask a child to push through pain just to “get used to” a device.
How the children's package is planned
Wonderwalk's children's bespoke insole package includes two pairs when recommended. We discuss which shoes each pair needs to fit and explain the individual quotation before anything is made. The RM300 assessment is credited toward the recommended solution if you proceed within one month.
Each pair is planned around your child's movement, pressure pattern and daily shoes. See how Wonderwalk plans bespoke insoles.
Questions parents ask
Will insoles permanently correct flat feet?
We do not promise a permanent change to arch shape. We explain the specific comfort, pressure or movement goal for your child's insoles and review the fit as they grow.
What if my child has a bunion or a stiff foot?
Bring photos or reports that show changes over time. A painful, stiff or rapidly changing foot may need medical assessment as well as any footwear discussion. Our juvenile bunion guide covers one common concern.
For more background on flexible flat feet, see AAOS patient guidance.