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The Effects of Flat Feet

Flat feet, sometimes called “fallen arches,” is a foot condition that affects up to 12 percent of American adults. It’s not unusual for patientsflat feet who have flat feet to eventually experience problems with heel and foot pain. If you’re struggling with the effects of flat feet, help is available from a podiatrist at Reston Foot and Ankle Center in Reston, Manassas and Leesburg, VA.

Do You Have Flat Feet?
It’s relatively easy to tell if you have flat feet by doing a visual check. A normally shaped foot has a natural inside arch. If you look at the inside of your foot when standing and it is flush with the floor, that is a sign of flat feet.

Effects of Flat Feet
Many people live with flat feet for much of their lives and don’t think much of it. It often develops in childhood or the foot condition is present at birth. Though it’s not one of the most pressing podiatric problems, some people can begin to experience foot pain due to flat feet. Fallen arches are often related to a condition called plantar fasciitis. In some cases, a diagnosis of flat feet can prevent you from playing certain sports or working certain jobs. Painful progressive flatfoot can lead to a disability.

Flat Feet Treatments
Flat feet (or fallen arches) are caused by weak tendons and ligaments in the arches of the feet. There are ways to strengthen those ligaments and improve the structure of your foot. Here are a few common flat feet treatments offered by your Reston, Manassas, and Leesburg, VA podiatrist:

- Foot wrapping, taping, and bracing.
- Orthotic inserts to lift the inner arch.
- Physical therapy to exercise and heal damaged tissue.
- Anti-inflammatory medications.
- Foot surgery in debilitating cases.

Relieve Your Symptoms
A podiatrist at Reston Foot and Ankle Center in Reston, Manassas and Leesburg, VA can help you get relief from the effects of flat feet. Call 703-437-6333 (Reston), 703-368-7166 (Manassas), or 703-777-2101 (Leesburg) to schedule a consultation appointment.

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Reston Foot and Ankle Center
1760 Reston Pkwy, Suite 310
Reston, VA 20190
Phone (703) 437-6333
Fax: (703) 437-7837

Manassas Foot and Ankle Center
8577A Sudley Rd.
Manassas, VA 20110
Phone (703) 368-7166
Fax: (703) 368-5103

Office Hours

Reston Foot and Ankle Center
Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Manassas Foot and Ankle Center
Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm