Can Adult Flat Feet Be Corrected?

Adult flat feet, foot arch pain treatment - Tri County Foot & Ankle Center serving Bayonne, Colts Neck, East Brunswick, Jersey City, Kearny and Randolph, NJ.

Is it possible for get relief for flat feet pain for adults? Having untreated flat feet doesn't cause problems for most people. Unfortunately, flat feet may cause foot or ankle pain for many of people. The modification in foot placement to avoid foot arch pain can also cause alignment problems and pain with your knees, hips, and back also. Flat feet left untreated may also lead to more foot issues like bunion or hammertoe conditions. Make an appointment with our podiatrists for a comprehensive examination.

What are some of the symptoms of flat feet?

  • Pronounced Aching - Your feet and lower legs are extremely tired.

  • Overpronation - Your gait is altered by rolling your ankles to the outside when you walk.

  • Pain - In the heel, arch, ankle, and outside edges of the feet.

  • Shin Splints - This problem sometimes occurs with people with untreated flat feet

Our Foot Doctors will perform a comprehensive biomechanical examination and gait analysis to check for pronation issues. Our medical team may also require imaging studies to assess the severity of your flat feet.

Six Treatments For Flat Feet That May Help

  1. Custom Molded Orthotics - Properly formed and placed arch supports and custom orthotic inserts can relieve flat feet problems and treat many foot and ankle conditions.

  2. Physical Therapy - A variety of exercises can increase strength and flexibility and relieve arch pain and discomfort.

  3. Weight Reduction - If overweight, you may relieve some of the pressure on the arch by losing weight.

  4. Medications - You may take OTC medications like ibuprofen and acetaminophen in moderation to treat pain and inflammation.

  5. Activity & Exercises - Switch to low impact activities like cycling to help avoid repetitive strain on the arches.

  6. Flat Foot Surgery - In rare cases, foot surgery may be necessary.

You don’t have to live with flat foot pain. We offer advanced injury and pain recovery effective treatments for all you foot and ankle problems. See our expert Podiatrists for the proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Contact Tri County Foot & Ankle Center serving Bayonne, Colts Neck, East Brunswick, Jersey City, Kearny and Randolph, New Jersey area. Our medical team can help you manage all of your foot and ankle conditions, including heel pain, ankle sprains, toe deformities, ingrown or fungal toenails, and plantar warts. Call or make an appointment online today.

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