Conditions That Require Insoles For Flat Feet

By Cornelia White


There are a number of conditions that require insoles for flat feet. Another name for this foot type is known as fallen arches. The arch can be very low or be completely flat. This list is not meant to be extensive, but will show the various ways in which a person can end up with this type of foot.

For some individuals, having a flat foot is natural because they were born with it. When they walk, pressure is placed on the inside of the foot so that alignment of the foot is not straight. They might also have parents and grandparents who walk in this manner, so it might be hereditary. In other cases it might develop as a child gets older.

If one is not born with flat feet, they might create it by wearing shoes that do not use the muscles of the arch effectively. This is common for those who wear high heels on a regular basis. When a person wears heels all the time, it can cause certain muscles to be overworked while neglecting the use of others. This can create pain and soreness if the situation is not corrected.

The feet carry lots of weight around even though they are smaller than the entire body. However, when a person gains extra pounds this can be too much, causing the arch to collapse. This is common in pregnancy for some women, but it is also common among those who are obese. So weight gain does not only affect one's internal health, but the health of one's foot as well.

Other individuals might have neurological problems which can contribute to fallen arches. An example of this is cerebral palsy where the person does not have full control of their muscles. This can also apply to the feet which can become stiff since they might not be properly developed. Cerebral palsy is one of a number of diseases that can cause the foot to worsen as time goes on.

Muscle damage can also occur when the foot is under excessive strain. This is common for athletes who are constantly pushing their bodies to the limit. If one is always jumping, running and walking long distances without proper care, this can cause the foot to be strained especially if the wrong type of shoes are worn.

Tendons in the foot can also be overstretched which can result in a person putting pressure on the inner side of the foot when they walk. This can result in pain and tenderness which can be very difficult to handle. This is very true if the tendons are in the arch of the foot. This is why foot care is important if one wants their feet to last.

These are some of the reasons why someone would need to wear insoles for flat feet. If a person is not sure as to what type of support they need, they can visit a podiatrist who specializes in foot care. There are also foot centers in various places that have machines which measure the feet so that one can get a specific type of insole. By knowing exactly what the extent of the problem is, one will be able to get the right amount help.




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