Painful and swollen ankles and feet is a problem very familiar to podiatrists. In most cases the origin of the problem can be traced to the wearing of inappropriate shoes but in many other cases patients suffer from conditions such as flat feet. A surprising number of patients will benefit from the use of special insoles. This arch support orthotics helps patients to maintain a proper posture and this often provide almost immediate relief.
Fallen insteps can cause a number of symptoms. Some sufferers experience constant pain in the feet and ankles. The also commonly suffer from swollen ankles and feet. Most people with this condition cannot stand uptight for long and they find it extremely difficult to stand on their toes. Their shoes wear unevenly and much quicker than those of other people. Lower back pain is also a common complaint.
There is no cure for flat feet. Insoles remain one of the most effective remedies however. Even if they do not lead to a cure, they still provide immense relief. They are designed to support the arches, helping sufferers to stand up straight. They are freely available over the counter but some patients need custom made insoles if their feet are deformed in any way.
There have been cases where podiatrists have attempted to cure flat feet with surgery. An incision is made along the side of the foot and an artificial support is implanted. Experts view this surgery as extremely dangerous and very likely to fail. Patients often end up suffering intense pain for the rest of their lives. Flat feet are not a dangerous condition and the risk of surgery is simply not worth it.
Apart from wearing insoles, people with flat feet can avoid pain and discomfort with a few simple exercises. Patients are advised to try and run on their toes and to regularly stretch the toes as wide as possible. It is also highly recommended that people with flat feet walk barefoot as often as they can. When exercising regularly the tendons and ligaments in the feet will grow stronger.
While everybody is born with flat feet some people simply never develop arches. Many other people only develop flat feet later in life. One of the main reasons is obesity and people with arthritis are also prone to develop the condition. Injuries to the feet often lead to inflamed tendons and if this is not treated flat feet can be the result.
There is much that can be done to prevent the arches from falling later in life. Wearing the correct type of shoe is one of the most important ways in which to prevent flat feet. Active people participating in sport should wear the type of footwear that is designed for that specific sport and women should avoid high heels if possible.
Painful feet and ankles can seriously affect the mobility of sufferers. People with flat feet should try to wear special insoles at all times. Care should be taken, however, to use only high quality products manufactured by reputable firms. Any podiatrist can advise on quality brands.
Fallen insteps can cause a number of symptoms. Some sufferers experience constant pain in the feet and ankles. The also commonly suffer from swollen ankles and feet. Most people with this condition cannot stand uptight for long and they find it extremely difficult to stand on their toes. Their shoes wear unevenly and much quicker than those of other people. Lower back pain is also a common complaint.
There is no cure for flat feet. Insoles remain one of the most effective remedies however. Even if they do not lead to a cure, they still provide immense relief. They are designed to support the arches, helping sufferers to stand up straight. They are freely available over the counter but some patients need custom made insoles if their feet are deformed in any way.
There have been cases where podiatrists have attempted to cure flat feet with surgery. An incision is made along the side of the foot and an artificial support is implanted. Experts view this surgery as extremely dangerous and very likely to fail. Patients often end up suffering intense pain for the rest of their lives. Flat feet are not a dangerous condition and the risk of surgery is simply not worth it.
Apart from wearing insoles, people with flat feet can avoid pain and discomfort with a few simple exercises. Patients are advised to try and run on their toes and to regularly stretch the toes as wide as possible. It is also highly recommended that people with flat feet walk barefoot as often as they can. When exercising regularly the tendons and ligaments in the feet will grow stronger.
While everybody is born with flat feet some people simply never develop arches. Many other people only develop flat feet later in life. One of the main reasons is obesity and people with arthritis are also prone to develop the condition. Injuries to the feet often lead to inflamed tendons and if this is not treated flat feet can be the result.
There is much that can be done to prevent the arches from falling later in life. Wearing the correct type of shoe is one of the most important ways in which to prevent flat feet. Active people participating in sport should wear the type of footwear that is designed for that specific sport and women should avoid high heels if possible.
Painful feet and ankles can seriously affect the mobility of sufferers. People with flat feet should try to wear special insoles at all times. Care should be taken, however, to use only high quality products manufactured by reputable firms. Any podiatrist can advise on quality brands.
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