Foot Arch Disorder

The arches of the feet help in supporting the body and maintaining balance, when stationary, and when moving. It helps in the movement of walking and in maintaining balance when running, jumping and when pivoting, turning etc.

The arch of the foot is made up of the tarsal and metatarsal bones along with a number of tendons and ligaments. Arch disorders could be present from birth, but normally manifest in teenagers or may even show up later for the first time in adults.

Symptoms of Arch disorder

• Leg cramps
• Muscle pain
• Aching feet
• Foot pain at the end of the day
• Calluses on the ball of the foot, side, or heel
• Tired feet
• Shortened foot length
• Pain in the arch, ankle, heel or outside of foot
• Heel tilts inward
• Shoes don’t fit properly
• Pain when walking
• Changes in gait
• Claw-like, or bent toes
• Toe drift
• Foot pain when walking, standing, exercising, or playing sports
• Difficulty finding shoes that fit properly