Flatfeet is also known as pes planus or fallen arches. Most people who suffer from flatfoot condition are asymptomatic, don’t develop any associated problems or require treatment. Other people, however, develop debilitating pain when standing or carrying normal daily activities. It is normal for babies and young children to not have arch till about age 4 or 5.
The condition is often herditary, but can also develop after an injury or from the simple wear and tear stresses of age.
Types Of Flatfeet
- Flexible Flat foot- appears to have an arch but flattens out upon weight bearing
- Rigid Flat foot- has no visible arch upon weight bearing or non weight bearing
When To See A Doctor
If your flatfeet are causing pain in the heel, arches, ankles, legs or even lower back, it’s a good idea to seek a foot exam by a podiatrist in Ashburn.
Treatment Options
It depends on the severity and cause of the problem, but most patients respond quite well to non surgical options, such as custom foot orthotics, made by your podiatrist in Loudoun county, to provide the alignment and support for the fallen arches. For other cases that are more severe and do not respond to the conservative treatment, may need surgical intervention.
Don’t let your flatfeet debilitate you! Call our Ashburn foot doctor, Dr Dureja at 703-291-6334 to help you maintain an active lifestyle.