Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Pediatric foot fractures present differently than adult fractures in ways that have direct clinical consequences. A child’s bone contains growth plates physes that are the weakest structural points in the immature skeleton and are disproportionately vulnerable to fracture patterns that would cause ligamentous injury rather than bone injury in an adult. Growth plate fractures, classified by the Salter-Harris system, can affect longitudinal bone growth if managed incorrectly or incompletely, and distinguishing a physeal fracture from a ligament sprain on X-ray requires both the correct imaging and the clinical experience to interpret pediatric skeletal anatomy accurately. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC podiatrists evaluate pediatric foot fractures with the specific attention to physeal anatomy and growth implications that this patient population requires.
Pediatric foot fractures occur across a spectrum of mechanisms and bone-specific patterns distinct from the adult foot. Toddler’s fractures oblique spiral fractures of the distal tibia or metatarsal in children under three occur from minor twisting mechanisms that parents may not recall as significant injuries, presenting as unexplained limping or refusal to bear weight. Fifth metatarsal apophyseal avulsion fractures at the base are the most common foot fracture in school-age children and adolescents, resulting from acute inversion injury the peroneus brevis tendon avulses the unfused apophysis in a pattern that mimics adult Jones fractures radiographically but requires entirely different management. Stress fractures in adolescent athletes particularly in the metatarsals and navicular — have increased in incidence alongside year-round sport specialization and high-volume training, and present with insidious onset pain in the absence of any acute injury. Lisfranc fracture-dislocations in children are rare but consequential, particularly when physeal injury accompanies ligamentous disruption. Each of these patterns requires a pediatric-informed evaluation approach.
Pediatric foot fracture management at Healthy Feet Podiatry is calibrated to fracture type, physeal involvement, and the child’s skeletal maturity. Non-displaced metatarsal fractures and toddler’s-type fractures in young children are managed with a short leg cast or walking boot for three to four weeks, with clinical and radiographic follow-up to confirm healing. Fifth metatarsal apophyseal avulsion fractures in adolescents are distinguished radiographically from true Jones fractures and treated with a boot and activity restriction not the surgical protocols appropriate for Jones fractures in adults. Growth plate fractures are classified by Salter-Harris type: Type I and II fractures typically heal well with immobilization and close follow-up; Type III and IV fractures involving the articular surface require assessment for displacement and, where indicated, surgical reduction to restore physeal alignment and minimize growth disturbance risk. Adolescent stress fractures are managed with the same high-risk vs low-risk protocol used in adults, with additional attention to training load patterns, bone health, and the relative energy deficiency considerations relevant to young athletes particularly female runners.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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