September 22, 2014 marks the first day of Fall, and that means boot weather to a lot of people. Before you head out to the Poughkeepsie Galleria to buy your new Uggs, trendy riding boots, or the ever popular bootie, you may want to see if you have flexible flat feet . Knowing what to look for, can help you find styles that will be comfortable without sacrificing fashion.
I have flat feet…
If you have flat feet, you can have a wide range of symptoms, and can be affected to different degrees. No matter the cause, people with flatfoot have some degree of loss of the arch of the foot. There are many types of flatfoot, but one of the most common types is called flexible flatfoot.
Do I have flexible flat feet?
Those with flexible flat feet have a slowly progressive flattening of their feet. This usually starts in childhood or early adolescence, and continues into the adult years. Both feet are generally affected equally with eventual stretching or tearing of ligaments and tendons causing inflammation and pain.
A flexible flatfoot means that although you have flat feet while standing, you still have an arch when you are sitting.
What symptoms are seen with flexible flat feet?
You may notice:
- Turned in ankles
- Pain in ankles, heels, or arches
- Pain on the outside of the feet
- Weakness of the feet or legs
- Fatigue in the feet or legs
- Shin splint pain
How can I find out if I have flexible flat feet?
Schedule an appointment with Dr. David Schlam at Hollowbrook Foot Specialists in Wappingers Falls, NY by clicking here or calling (845) 298 – 9074. During your exam you will be asked to sit and stand and x-rays will be taken. We can discuss any symptoms you may be having or that you may experience at some time, as well as treatment options that are available. Also, we can recommend the best types of shoes and winter boots for your flexible flat feet with fashion in mind.
By: David Schlam
Hollowbrook Foot Specialists
Wappingers Falls, NY
(845) 298 – 9074
