Help! Why Do I Have Flat Foot Pain?

What does a normal day look like for you? You probably wake up in the morning, get ready for work, spend at least 8 hours on your feet and all the while wish you could just be sitting down at home to get off of your feet. When you have flat feet pain one of the last things that you want to do is live a busy lifestyle that means you will be on your feet for extended periods of time. But do you know why you have this pain?

Health History & Risk Factors

Your flat feet can be linked to genetics. We are all born with flat feet, but the internal bone structure is either normal or it isn’t. If it’s not normal, as you grow older your arch doesn’t develop and the tissues will worsen over time. This leads to ongoing problems if not treated. Having excess weight bearing down on your feet because you are pregnant or obese could also cause your arches to fall. You also have an increased risk of having flat feet if you had a traumatic injury to your ankle or foot, have rheumatoid arthritis or have general wear and tear that comes with age.

Poor Shoes

Check the shoes that you are wearing. One reason why you could be having this pain is actually something that you can control. Wearing shoes that provide little to no support will not help you reduce flat feet pain. What can you do? Start by going through your closet and taking a look at your shoes. Here is a quick checklist to examine your shoes:

• Do they have a tough sole?
• Are they adjustable with laces or buckles?
• Do they have good cushioning to help absorb shock on your arch?
• Do they give you enough room?

Your shoes should have all of these features to ensure that you are wearing footwear that supports your flat feet. Tennis shoes offer the best support for flat feet because they generally have tough soles, are lace up and have a distinct arch.

Misalignment

Your body is pretty miraculous. One-quarter of the bones in your body are found in your feet. It is easy to see the impact your feet have on the rest of your body. If you have flat feet pain, it’s really more a symptom of a larger problem caused by your feet being misaligned. This is caused by the partial dislocation of the ankle bone on the heel bone that causes too much motion, also known as over-pronation. To further understand your flat foot pain and find out what can be done about it, download the free eBook below!