Flat Foot
Description
Flat foot is a structural deformity resulting in the lowering of the arch of the foot. This can be inherited or acquired.
A person with a flat foot that is painful is in need of treatment. If you have flat feet you may develop ankle, knee or lower back pain. However if you have no pain you should still get your feet checked out as the abnormal forces going through your foot and legs will be likely to alter your gait and posture and in effect could be a time bomb of musculoskeletal problems waiting to explode.
Some likely causes:
- Heredity
- Arthritis
- Trauma
- Musculoskeletal disorders
What we can do
- Perform a physical examination and gait analysis.
- Advise imaging.
- Prescribe custom orthotics.
- Advise on exercises.