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My 17yo son has pain in knees to ankles. tests reveal nothing is wrong. this pain interfres with school and everyday life, what could this pain be. pl?

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Dr. Amir Khan answered

Check the feet: Sometimes suboptimal alignment of lower limbs can contribute to such non-specific and vague aches and pains. If not tried consider arch supports for flat feet. Also have the feet properly evaluated for any coalitions. Good luck.

Answered 3/10/2015

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Tight heals : I find some kids have lost the mobility of their forefoot over time & show a shortened achilles tendon. The forefoot should be mobile enough to let the foot create a 30-45 degree angle up from the floor with the toes elevated toward the kneecap.Many of these kids have the foot frozen at 90% or flat with the floor.This loss of mobility leads to pain.Stretches help both pain & speed.

Answered 3/16/2013

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

May need orthotics: He may be getting pains "up the kinetic chain." see a podiatrist for a recommendation on if orthotics could be right for you. If you want to try an over-the-coubter product first, try spenco total support insoles. http://www.spenco.com/products/footcare/total-support-insoles all podiatrists are trained in this type of service.

Answered 12/9/2013

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