Flat Feet Treatments

Help for People Who Suffer From Flat Feet

You shouldn't have to put up with the pain and discomfort caused by flat feet. Come to  Mid Nebraska Foot Clinic for medical treatment. Same-day appointments may be available, so call us today to schedule yours.

The Causes and Effects of Flat Feet

There are 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons in the human foot. This structure works to form the arch of the foot, which in turn helps distribute the body weight evenly across the foot.

Flat foot is when the arch of your foot is flattened. This condition is prevalent in both children and adults. It is fairly common and often does not cause discomfort or pain to those who have it. It is more common in children and often works itself out as the child reaches adulthood. However, there are some cases where flat feet can cause the ankles to turn inward, which in turn can negatively affect the ankles and knees.

Symptoms of flat feet include the following:

• The uneven wearing of shoes in the arch support area
• Pains in the calf or lower leg
• Pain and swelling of the ankle area, typically on the inside of the ankle
• General foot pain and discomfort after walking or standing for long durations

Flat feet are common in infants due to baby fat and are completely normal. There are instances where flat feet can persist beyond childhood, such as by wearing close-toed shoes while the foot is developing. Keep an eye on children who seem to be walking oddly or complain of sore feet and calves.

In adults, flat feet can be caused by injuries, aging, prolonged foot stress, obesity, arthritis, or during pregnancy. While not common, flat feet can lead to other foot problems, including shin splints, bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, Achilles tendinitis, and inflammation of ligaments.

All of these are caused by unevenly distributed weight across the foot. More serious problems can develop in the upper body due to the misalignment of the body.

How We Can Help Your Flat Feet

If you are experiencing pain or discomfort and believe that it comes from flat feet, give us a call to set up an appointment. There are many solutions we provide to make sure you get the best treatment. For very mild cases, often walking barefoot across uneven terrain, such as a beach, can help strengthen the muscles of the foot and it will work itself out. For more severe cases, we offer orthotics with custom-designed arch supports.

We offer a range of solutions for flat feet:

• Orthotics
• Avoidance of prolonged activity
• Pain relievers
• Arch support
• Weight loss
• Surgery

Every case is different, so set up an appointment with us to get personalized services. Wrong treatment can cause further damage to your tendons and joints.