Podiatry Associates

Flat feet / Fallen arches

Flat feet / Fallen arches

Flat feet / Fallen arches

Flat feet is a condition where the arch on one foot or both feet falls causing the entire bottom of the foot to touch the ground. This causes the feet to turn inward, which also causes instability in feet, ankles and legs. Flat feet can be caused by wear and tear, trauma, injury, torn tendons, arthritis, pregnancy, broken bones, aging, diabetes and obesity. There are several ways to treat flat feet that are non-surgical options but sometimes surgery is necessary.