The term ‘flat feet’ describes a foot that pronates or rolls in too much at the ankle and midfoot. The arch height in this foot type is quite low to the ground. On appearance there is a large bulge present at the inside of the ankle joint. Foot pronation is normal, it is how the body naturally absorbs shock/pressures from the ground as we walk.
Flat feet are linked with various lower limb overuse syndromes/pains including heel pain, ankle pain and shin pain. A combination of a flat foot and the activity level/type may cause injury or pain.
Appropriate footwear and orthotics assist in managing any negative effects of a flat foot. Together they help in treating acute injuries but can also promote long term comfort during walking and exercising while also reducing the chance of an injury reoccurring.
At Revesby Podiatry we can help:
Footwear Advice for flat feet as support is essential
Use of orthotics to re-stabilise the lower limb and prevent pain and injury
