Flat Foot: Causes (pt2)

The most common symptom of flat feet is pain in the feet. This can occur as a result of strained muscles and connecting ligaments.

Abnormal stresses on the knee and hip may result in pain in these joints. T...

• genetic factors, as flat feet can pass from parents to children in the genes
• weak arches: arch is visible when a person sits but foot flattens onto the when standing
• foot or ankle injury
• damage, dysfunction, or rupture of the posterior tibial tendon
• nervous sy...

THE GOLF BALL ROLL

This exercise requires a chair and a golf ball.

1. Sit on the chair with your feet firmly on the ground.
2. Place the golf ball under the foot, and roll it forward and back under the arch of the foot for 2 minutes to stretch the plantar fasc...

HEEL CORD STRETCHING

A tight Achilles tendon will encourage the foot to roll inward. The aim of heel cord stretching is to stretch the Achilles tendon and posterior calf muscles.

• Stand facing a wall an...

1. Inspection of feet from the front and back.

-The individual may need to stand on the tips of their toes to allow the doctor to examine the shape and function of each foot.e

2. Medical history. In some cases, they may order an X-ray,

• Fitted insoles and orthotics or custom-designed arch supports may relieve pressure on the arch and reduce pain if the feet roll too far inward.

*However, these products only treat the symptoms and do not provide long-lasting benefits.

• Wearing an ankle brace m...

• Also known as fallen arches,
• No arch in feet or one that is very low.

Usually, there is a gap beneath the inner part of the foot when a person stands, as the arch raises off the ground slightly.

Flat feet only need treatment if-

1. cause discomfort.