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INTRODUCTION
Flat feet is a condition in which the foot doesn't have a normal
arch. It may affect one foot or both feet. Most people have
a gap between the inner side of the foot and the ground when
they are standing. This is referred to as an "arch".
Feet that have a low arch or no arch at all are referred to
as flat feet or fallen arches.
APPEARANCE
- On standing the person will have a flat arch.
- The foot may roll over to the inner aspect.
SYMPTOMS
- The symptoms vary depending on the severity of the condition.
- The patient may experience corns or hard skin under the
sole of the foot.
- Shoes may wear out quickly.
- Pain or tenderness along the arch.
- With severally fallen arches, problems such as calf pain,
knee pain and hip pain may be present.
CAUSE
- It may be hereditary, i.e. runs in the family.
- In most cases it is caused through a biomechanical complaint
(abnormal walking) such as Fore Foot Varus. Fore Foot Varus
is a condition in which the subtaler joint in the foot over-pronates
(rolls in too much).
- A ruptured tendon (tibilias posterior) can lead to a flat
foot.
- Cerebral palsy, spins bifida and muscular dystrophy can
also lead to a flat foot condition.
WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR IT
- Visit your Chiropodist/ Podiatrist if you have any queries
on the diagnosis of your condition.
- Wear wide fitting shoes.
- Purchase good quality insoles.
- Do not try to treat the secondary lesion (i.e. corns) yourself.
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