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  1. Intoeing - OrthoInfo - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Intoeing means that when a child walks or runs, the feet turn inward instead of pointing straight ahead. It is commonly referred to as being "pigeon-toed." Intoeing is often first noticed by parents when a baby …

  2. Pigeon Toes (Intoeing): Definition, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

    Sep 21, 2021 · Pigeon toes, or intoeing, is when your feet point toward each other. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment for pigeon toes.

  3. Managing Intoeing in Children - AAFP

    Oct 15, 2011 · The three most common causes of intoeing (i.e., metatarsus adductus, internal tibial torsion, and increased femoral anteversion) initially should be managed conservatively with serial...

  4. Pigeon Toes (Intoeing) - HealthyChildren.org

    Children who walk with their feet turned in are described as being "pigeon-toed" or having "intoeing." This is a very common condition that may involve one or both feet, and it occurs for a variety of …

  5. Approach to the child with in-toeing - UpToDate

    Feb 21, 2024 · In-toeing is one of the most common anatomic musculoskeletal variations encountered by pediatric primary care providers and a frequent reason for referral to a pediatric orthopedic surgeon.

  6. Intoeing in Children: What Parents Need to Know and When to Seek ...

    Feb 4, 2025 · Many parents worry when their child's feet turn inward, a condition known as intoeing. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, explains why intoeing happens, when it typically resolves on its own, …

  7. OrthoKids - In-Toeing

    In-toeing is when your child’s foot points inward instead of straight ahead when he or she runs or walks. For most toddlers, in-toeing is painless and can be normal. In-toeing can come from the toes turning …

  8. The Intoeing Dilemma – What’s Normal? What Needs to be Referred?

    Often, recurrent falls, underperforming in sports and clumsiness are thought to be a result of abnormal lower limb alignment and development. Intoeing — also referred to as being “pigeon-toed” — is one …

  9. Intoeing Symptoms and Causes | Shriners Children’s

    When feet turn inward – a tendency referred to as walking "pigeon-toed" – doctors call it intoeing. Intoeing is a condition common in many children, and most often it is normal. Intoeing can be caused …

  10. Intoeing In Children: Causes, What Helps, Red Flags — Feet Made …

    Aug 12, 2025 · Most children outgrow intoeing. Learn causes, the right time to watch, when insoles or therapy help, and red flags that warrant a podiatry visit. Evidence based and parent friendly.