How Do You Heal A Fallen Arch?
Fallen arches occurs when one or both feet loses their normal arch. A healthy arch is a gap between the inner side of the foot and ground. If the feet have a low or missing arch, it’s referred to as fallen arches or flat feet. There may be soreness in the arch area, and in some cases, hip, knee and calf pain. In severe cases, patients lose mobility in their feet, ankles, and are unable to rise on their toes without pain. The most common causes of fallen arches are improperly fitting shoes, a ruptured foot tendon, weakening of the tendons near the ankles and obesity. Wearing good quality footwear is one of the most effective ways to treat and prevent fallen arches. Make sure to get your feet measured each time you buy new shoes. With a fallen arch, your feet may become wider and longer, and your shoe size will change. Only purchase shoes that fully supports each foot and fits extremely well. Find models with extra reinforcement to ensure that your heels don’t slide around while wearing
