Flat Foot, Flat feet in Vancouver

There is a debate as to why people develop flat feet but what is known is that there is a genetic component and that age & excessive weight and/or prolonged standing can also be causes. Flat feet or the fallen arch causes a biomechanical inefficiency in weight distribution of those arches. This can lead to a variety of symptoms including foot pain, ankle, knee, hip and back pain.

Dr. Michael Horowitz offers a 5-Step process to successfully treating this condition.  He can help evaluate & diagnose your condition and recommend the best course of action for you. Call Vancouver Orthotics at 604-737-3668 for more information.

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• What are the most common flat feet problems one might experience?
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• What is the source of flat foot pain?
• Can flat foot running be the source of my symptoms?
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Flat Feet - Flat feet, also called pes planus or fallen arches, is a condition in which the arch of the foot collapses, with the entire sole of the foot coming into complete or near-complete contact with the ground. In some individuals (an estimated 20-30% of the general population) the arch simply never develops in one foot (unilaterally) or both feet (bilaterally)
Pronation of the Foot - The pronated foot is one in which the heel bone angles inward and the arch tends to collapse. A "knock-kneed" person has overly pronated feet. This flattens the arch as the foot strikes the ground in order to absorb shock when the heel hits the ground, and to assist in balance during mid-stance. If habits develop, this action can lead to foot pain as well as knee pain, shin splints, achilles tendonitits and plantar fasciitis.