Flat feet or fallen arches

Overview

Many people have flat feet without symptoms.

Adult-acquired flatfoot can come from tendon problems.

When to get medical care

Causes

Causes include genetics and tendon problems.

OwieClear has pages on 1 condition that can cause flat feet or fallen arches. Each shows how soon to get care.

Common causes

• Flat feetOften treated at home

  Arches that sit low or flatten when standing.

What you can do at home

• Wear supportive shoes.

Medicines

Orthotics or physical therapy.

At the doctor

Diagnosed by exam.

Questions you may be asked

• Pain

The exam

A foot exam.

Tests

• X-rays if needed

Prevention

Support your feet.

• Wear proper shoes

Check your symptoms

Most symptoms have more than one possible cause. The symptom checker looks at all of your symptoms together, plus your age, and shows how soon to get care.

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