Flat Feet Pain Treatment

Flat Feet

Flat feet is a common condition in which the foot's natural arch collapses upon weight bearing; potentially causing severe discomfort and leading to other significant foot problems.

What are the causes?

Overpronation, caused by excessive stretching of the fibrous tissue that is present at the bottom of the foot, is the most common cause of flat feet.

Obesity, pregnancy, or repetitive, prolonged impact with a hard surface can weaken the arch, leading to overpronation.

What are the symptoms?

Some common symptoms of a flat foot include:

• Uneven wear of the shoe.
• Lower leg pain
• Pain on the inside of your ankle
• Swelling along the inside of your ankle
• Foot pain

What are the treatment and prevention measures?

Dr. Roth recommends the use of FABS or MAGFABS to help support the arch and alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with flat feet.

Heel Pain Treatment and Prevention

Heel pain is a common foot condition which leads to pain on the bottom of the heel. Excessive or extended weight bearing and pressure on the heel can be extremely painful.

What are the causes?

Arch and heel pain are generally caused by a condition called Plantar Fasciitis, which occurs when the main ligament on the bottom of the foot between the heel and the ball of the foot becomes inflamed.

What are the causes?

Plantar Fasciitis related pain is usually noticed with the first few steps after getting out of bed in the morning or after getting up after extended periods of rest. When at rest, the plantar ligament is under no stress, so the arch of your foot is higher.

When a person is standing, the arch tends to lower and the ligament pulls on the heel, causing irritation, inflammation, and pain. When the foot is used, the ligament stretches and the pain stops or decreases.

What are the treatment and prevention measures?

Wearing comfortable, properly fitting shoes with proper arch support and cushioning is the most important prevention measure for heel pain. Avoid wearinghigh-heeled shoes or sandals.

Dr. Roth recommends FABS or MAGFABS to help relieve pain associated with the heel.

FABS is a one-size-fits-all, unique arch support which provides instant relief for tired, achy feet, flat feet, plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, pronation, heel pain, and lower back pain caused by poor arch support.

FABS are made of a highly engineered fabric and foam composite material that is uniquely joined together without the need of adhesives. The fabric is primarily a Nylon/Lycra blend, which is non-latex, non-neoprene, hypoallergenic with moisture wicking fibers. The Foam is urethane based, open cell, breathable, non-latex, non-neoprene, hypoallergenic, non-slip, hand washable and reusable.

FABS are designed to relieve foot pain in two specific ways. First, the highly compressive, arch. Simultaneously, the comfort pad applies pressure to the connective point where the Plantar Fascia ligament, the main ligament of the foot, connects to the heel. As the foot is overused this ligament become inflamed, tightened and painful. The applied pressure at this specific location relieves pain.

Originally developed for dancers and athletes, FABS are the only arch support you can wear with shoes, sandals or even bare feet. FABS' compression bands and shock-absorbent pads provide foot comfort like you've never felt before!

How to Eliminate Plantar Fasciitis Pain

Plantar fasciitis is a painful inflammatory condition caused by excessive strain to the plantar fascia of the foot.

The plantar fascia is the thick, connective tissue that supports the arch of the foot. It originates at the heel and extends to the base of the toes.

The plantar fascia tightens and stretches each time the foot is used, and is highly prone to overuse, especially if the arch is not supported by proper footwear.

What are the causes?

Plantar Fasciitis is caused by excessive stretching of the fibrous tissue that is present at the bottom of the foot. This excessive stretching can lead to heel and arch pain. Flat feet, also known as overpronation, is a leading cause of Plantar Fasciitis.

Plantar Fasciitis can be aggravated or caused by an unusually high arch, sudden changes in physical activity, improper footwear, obesity, and the weight gain associated with pregnancy.

What are the symptoms?

Pain is typically experienced on the inside of the heel and along the arch. Heel pain is especially common after long periods of physical activity or after getting up from a seated position.

What are the treatment and prevention measures?

Care measures include applying ice, stretching, anti-inflammatory medications, and gentle massage.

Flat feet, also known as overpronation, is the leading cause of plantar fasciitis. Dr. Roth recommends FABS or MAGFABS to help alleviate Plantar Fasciitis caused by pronation.