A surprising number of people experience chronic foot problems. Swelling and pain makes it difficult to walk or run. A large percentage of people suffering from such problems are simply wearing the wrong type of shoes, with high heels being the number one culprit. Another common problem seen by podiatrists is fallen arches. This means that the patient does not have an instep. Insoles for flat feet can help to ease the discomfort experienced by these patients.
Fallen arches can be the cause of a range of symptoms. Some sufferers experience constant pain but most sufferers experience at least some pain when they are forced to stand for extended periods of time. Standing for long periods can also cause intense pain in the lower back region. The swelling of the inside of the ankles is also a common complaint. The condition makes it difficult to for sufferers to stand on their toes.
The bad news is that this condition cannot be cured, not even by means of surgery. Podiatrists commonly advise that sufferers wear special inserts in their shoes. These inserts are specially designed to support the arches. Most patients find that these devices relieve most of the symptoms. In special cases, for example where the shape of the foot is awkward, custom made soles can be ordered.
Although there is no cure for the conditions, sufferers can do much to help lessen the severity of the symptoms. Podiatrists advise the patients to walk barefoot as often as possible, preferably in sand. This will strengthen the ligaments in the foot. It is also helpful to try and run on the toes for as long as possible and to stretch the toes as wide as is possible.
In some extremely rare cases surgery is attempted to try and restore the arches. An artificial insert is placed in the bones of the ankle. However, many experts warn that this surgery is dangerous and that a failure will mean that the patient will suffer constant pain over the long term. There is even a danger that the foot may become deformed.
Arches can drop for a variety of reasons. All babies are born without arches, which develop later on, but in some cases they simply do not develop at all. Older people often develop dropped arches if the tendons in the ankle become weak. If the tendons become inflamed due to a physical foot or ankle injury the arches can also drop. Many obese people develop this condition.
Unless somebody has suffered from dropped arches since birth, steps can be taken to prevent it from happening later on in life. One of the most important steps is to maintain a healthy weight. It is also vital to wear shoes that fit properly. Those participating in sport should wear the shoes that have been designed for that sport. Women should limit the number of times they wear high heels.
Wearing special shoe inserts designed to support the arches is risk free and is even beneficial for those not suffering from dropped arches. These inserts are economical because the can be transferred between different pairs of shoes. Pain and discomfort can be avoided by performing special exercises regularly and by avoiding situations where it is necessary to stand for long periods.
Fallen arches can be the cause of a range of symptoms. Some sufferers experience constant pain but most sufferers experience at least some pain when they are forced to stand for extended periods of time. Standing for long periods can also cause intense pain in the lower back region. The swelling of the inside of the ankles is also a common complaint. The condition makes it difficult to for sufferers to stand on their toes.
The bad news is that this condition cannot be cured, not even by means of surgery. Podiatrists commonly advise that sufferers wear special inserts in their shoes. These inserts are specially designed to support the arches. Most patients find that these devices relieve most of the symptoms. In special cases, for example where the shape of the foot is awkward, custom made soles can be ordered.
Although there is no cure for the conditions, sufferers can do much to help lessen the severity of the symptoms. Podiatrists advise the patients to walk barefoot as often as possible, preferably in sand. This will strengthen the ligaments in the foot. It is also helpful to try and run on the toes for as long as possible and to stretch the toes as wide as is possible.
In some extremely rare cases surgery is attempted to try and restore the arches. An artificial insert is placed in the bones of the ankle. However, many experts warn that this surgery is dangerous and that a failure will mean that the patient will suffer constant pain over the long term. There is even a danger that the foot may become deformed.
Arches can drop for a variety of reasons. All babies are born without arches, which develop later on, but in some cases they simply do not develop at all. Older people often develop dropped arches if the tendons in the ankle become weak. If the tendons become inflamed due to a physical foot or ankle injury the arches can also drop. Many obese people develop this condition.
Unless somebody has suffered from dropped arches since birth, steps can be taken to prevent it from happening later on in life. One of the most important steps is to maintain a healthy weight. It is also vital to wear shoes that fit properly. Those participating in sport should wear the shoes that have been designed for that sport. Women should limit the number of times they wear high heels.
Wearing special shoe inserts designed to support the arches is risk free and is even beneficial for those not suffering from dropped arches. These inserts are economical because the can be transferred between different pairs of shoes. Pain and discomfort can be avoided by performing special exercises regularly and by avoiding situations where it is necessary to stand for long periods.
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