Deformity & alignment
Flat Feet
Loss of the foot arch causing heel tilting and, in some people, pain and fatigue.
About this condition
A flat foot has little or no arch and the heel tilts outwards. Many people with flat feet have no symptoms at all, but when the deformity causes pain, fatigue or difficulty with activity, a timely specialist assessment prevents long-term problems.
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Common signs & symptoms
- Aching along the inside of the foot and ankle
- Fatigue after standing or walking
- Heel pain or swelling
- Asymmetry between the two feet
How we approach treatment
- 1Clinical assessment and imaging
- 2Strengthening, stretching and footwear advice
- 3Orthotics to support the arch
- 4Surgical correction for progressive or painful deformities