Your Quick Guide to Flat Feet & Fallen Arches
Flat feet are a common situation in a foot’s complex structure in adults and children.
By Dr. Tom Hecker, DPM
Board-certified podiatrist, Fort Collins, Colorado
Foot and ankle health is critical for maintaining an active and fulfilling lifestyle. No matter the issue, Dr. Hecker’s advanced non-surgical treatments are designed to help you regain mobility and strength.
In this post, we’ll explore flat feet & fallen arches and the solutions available to support your journey to comfort and well-being.
What Causes Flat Feet or Fallen Arches?
Flat feet and fallen arches are the product of multiple possible factors:
- Heredity,
- Age,
- Laxity of foot ligaments,
- Tendon injury,
- Arthritis,
- Pregnancy,
- Pronation (ankle bones leaning inward)
Flat Foot & Fallen Arches Symptoms
Flat feet are a common situation in a foot’s complex structure, even in children. Feet tend to be flexible in children. An arch will continue to progress throughout childhood. By adulthood, most people have developed normal arches. As adults, we can experience a normal elongation and widening of the feet, and should not have pain related to this process.
Flat Feet in Children & Adults
Flat feet are a common situation in a foot’s complex structure, even in children. Feet tend to be flexible in children. An arch will continue to progress throughout childhood. By adulthood, most people have developed normal arches. As adults, we can experience a normal elongation and widening of the feet, and should not have pain related to this process.
Flat Feet & Fallen Arches Treatments
The foot and ankle structure is very complex, it is imperative to have a skilled foot and ankle physician examine the damage to determine the root cause of the pain or symptoms you may be experiencing.
- Physical therapy
- Custom orthotics
- Bracing
- Rest
- Ice
- NSAIDs
Advanced Therapy for Flat Feet & Fallen Arches
Through the advanced treatments we offer, many of the typical treatments can be avoided. By using the advanced treatment modalities of TECAR radio frequency, Piezoelectric shockwave, optical therapeutic laser and Vissman acoustical vibration, combined with appropriate support, the restoration of joints, tendons and ligaments can be quickly achieved.
One of the greatest advantages of our advanced therapy treatments is that it helps your body recover the right way and helps prevent scar tissue formation — often the cause for other problems after healing an injury.
Book an Appointment with Dr. Hecker
If you’re living with flat feet & fallen arches or discomfort from these conditions, don’t hesitate to make an appointment with Dr. Hecker for evaluation.