This is a common abnormality of the foot that can lead to many problems
including foot, knee, hip, back pain, heel pain syndrome and heel spurs,
hammer toes, bunions, and foot fatigue. It causes your shoes to wear
out unevenly and can increase the incidence of injuries. This problem
should be addressed with a custom orthotic to prevent the foot from
operating in an abnormal fashion. Individuals with diabetes, poor circulation
or other neurological problems should stay with a custom orthotic that
can be made to protect the foot. It is always a good idea
to see a foot specialist to find out the cause of the "Flat Foot".
Custom
functional orthotics:
These are the best choice for this problem especially if you want to
avoid surgery for the problems it can cause. If you have a child in
competitive sports we would recommend custom orthotics to prevent injury
instead of an over the counter device.
Prolabs:
Prolabs are a satisfactory alternative for growing children with this
problem that are not in competitive sports. They cost less than custom
orthotics so they can be changed with less cost as the child grows.
SPENCO
Cross Trainer:
These inserts offer some support as well as cushioning to the foot.
They provide comfort and are long lasting. They provide mild control,
comfort and are long lasting.
Prothotics
Therapeutics:
This is another good insert to provide cushion. This is a good over
the counter type of insert for people with poor circulation and or diabetes
that need protection for their feet. It does not provide a large amount
of foot control.
All people with diabetes, poor circulation, burning or numbness
in their feet or who have had previous ulcers absolutely need to see
their foot doctor before and after obtaining any type of foot device
including diabetic custom orthotics to prevent injury to their feet
that could lead to loss of their feet.
