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Arch Supports For Flat Feet

By Janelle Burnett


When there is no space between one's foot and the floor when standing the individual probably has flatfeet. While it is possible to have this condition and experience no pain, many people experience significant pain from the condition. Arch supports for flat feet can often help the individual to find the needed relief.

At birth, everyone has flatfeet. As children grow the arches normally begin to develop, but in some individuals they never develop. In other cases, the person may suffer injuries or wear and tear on the foot can cause failure of the tendon.

In some cases, flatfeet contribute to knee and ankle problems. Tissue may swell inside the ankle. Walking or standing for an extended period may be painful. The condition affects the alignment of one's leg. However, in most cases there is no pain and no treatment is required for the condition.

If a person's arches are causing pain, he or she might want to talk with a doctor. In infants and toddlers, the arches have not yet developed, making flatfeet common. In some people it never develops and may or may not lead to problems. In addition, years or wear and tear may weaken the tendons allowing the arches to fall. The doctor may use imaging tests to determine the exact cause of the problem.

Several risk factors exist in developing fallen arches. Individuals who suffer from obesity, trauma to the foot or ankle and the process of aging all affect the individual. Additionally, the stress caused by high heels on the tendon can also make the problem even worse.

Many people find that choosing better shoes helps. Many athletic shoes offer the types of support needed. If other shoes are selected inserts can be placed in the bottom of the shoe to provide better support to the sole of the foot. Such inserts can help to prevent even more damage to one's foot.

Sometimes a shortened Achilles tendon accompanies the condition. In these cases, the individual can benefit from gentle stretching exercises. These exercises help to stretch the tendon and may be useful in eliminating some or all of the pain, especially when used with a supportive shoe.

Those who must stand for long periods during the day are often more affected by the condition. Body mass may press on the foot to cause more wear of the tendon. When the individual is overweight, more pressure is placed on the arches multiplying the pain and suffering.

Some businesses install anti-fatigue mats to reduce the strain caused by extended periods of standing, but these do not provide specific support for the arches. The tendons continue supporting one's body weight. They are stressed for hours each day unless one provides adequate support.

Arch supports for flat feet sometimes provide the much desired relief of the pain. The support can help to eliminate further damage to the tendon and allow the foot to heal. It can also be useful in shoes that cause additional strain by not providing proper support.




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