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Flat Feet
Medical Questions » Flat Feet
| Name: Flat Feet |
| Also known as: Pes Planus |
| Occurs when the arch on the inside of the foot is in continuous contact with the ground when the person is standing barefoot on a smooth hard surface. The foot may also be slightly twisted outwards. All infants are flat-footed, as the arch only develops after the age of two. years. |
Causes of Flat Feet
In children a flat foot is an inherited or congenital disorder. In adults the causes may be obesity because the foot must carry excess weight, severe foot arthritis, and occupations that requires prolonged standing. |
Symptoms of Flat Feet
Most patients have no symptoms or discomfort. |
Tests for Flat Feet
Rarely, X-ray of the foot may be necessary. |
Treatment for Flat Feet
No treatment other than well fitting shoes is normally required. Wedging of the shoes to tilt the foot outwards, weight reduction, arch supports, foot exercises and physiotherapy are occasionally used.
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Complications of Flat Feet of its treatment
An awkward gait, knock-knees and distorted shoes, but rarely any pain or discomfort. |
Likely Outcome of Flat Feet
In later life, patients are more likely to develop arthritis in the foot and strain their feet more easily. |
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