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Flat feet, also known as pes planus, occur when the arches of the feet are low or absent, causing the entire sole to touch the ground. This condition may be present from childhood or develop over time due to injury, aging, or medical conditions that affect the tendons and ligaments. Flat feet can lead to discomfort, swelling, fatigue in the feet and legs, and problems with walking or standing for long periods. Poor alignment may also contribute to knee, hip, or lower back pain. A podiatrist can assess your foot structure, gait, and symptoms. Treatment options include supportive footwear, custom orthotics, exercises, or further medical care to help relieve pain and improve foot function. If you have flat feet and are experiencing chronic discomfort or acute pain, it is suggested that you contact a podiatrist who can offer you effective relief and management tips.

Flatfoot is a condition many people suffer from. If you have flat feet, contact Ramin Nadjafi, DPM from Advanced Podiatry Group. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

What Are Flat Feet?

Flatfoot is a condition in which the arch of the foot is depressed and the sole of the foot is almost completely in contact with the ground. About 20-30% of the population generally has flat feet because their arches never formed during growth.

Conditions & Problems:

Having flat feet makes it difficult to run or walk because of the stress placed on the ankles.

Alignment – The general alignment of your legs can be disrupted, because the ankles move inward which can cause major discomfort.

Knees – If you have complications with your knees, flat feet can be a contributor to arthritis in that area.  

Symptoms

• Pain around the heel or arch area
• Trouble standing on the tip toe
• Swelling around the inside of the ankle
• Flat look to one or both feet
• Having your shoes feel uneven when worn

Treatment

If you are experiencing pain and stress on the foot you may weaken the posterior tibial tendon, which runs around the inside of the ankle. 

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Orlando, FL . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

Ankle ligament surgery may be needed when ligaments in the ankle have been torn or overstretched due to injury. The ankle is made up of three joints, and its stability depends on ligaments that connect bone to bone. When these ligaments are severely damaged, surgery may be the only way to restore support. Anatomic reconstruction is an option that involves tightening or repairing the original ligament using tissue from the same area or from a donor. Another method, called peroneal substitution, uses a nearby tendon to replace the damaged ligament, though this may affect long-term function. Other risks of ankle ligament surgery include infection, nerve injury, bleeding, and delayed healing. Recovery can take up to six months and usually includes a period of limited mobility, followed by gradual return to weight-bearing activities. If you have torn or ruptured an ankle ligament, it is suggested that you schedule an immediate appointment with a podiatrist for an exam and prognosis on the type and level of surgery that may be involved, if needed.

Foot surgery is sometimes necessary to treat a foot ailment. To learn more, contact Ramin Nadjafi, DPM of Advanced Podiatry Group. Our doctor will assist you with all of your foot and ankle needs.

When Is Surgery Necessary?

Foot and ankle surgery is generally reserved for cases in which less invasive, conservative procedures have failed to alleviate the problem. Some of the cases in which surgery may be necessary include:

• Removing foot deformities like bunions and bone spurs
• Severe arthritis that has caused bone issues
• Cosmetic reconstruction

What Types of Surgery Are There?

The type of surgery you receive will depend on the nature of the problem you have. Some of the possible surgeries include:

• Bunionectomy for painful bunions
• Surgical fusion for realignment of bones
• Neuropathy decompression surgery to treat nerve damage

Benefits of Surgery

Although surgery is usually a last resort, it can provide more complete pain relief compared to non-surgical methods and may allow you to finally resume full activity.

Surgical techniques have also become increasingly sophisticated. Techniques like endoscopic surgery allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery times.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Orlando, FL . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.