Flat feet can affect how you move and feel throughout the day. At Rose Park Podiatry, our podiatrists bring decades of experience to help you manage this condition with confidence and comfort.

Flat feet, sometimes referred to as fallen arches, occur when your foot’s arch is low or has lowered—this can cause the entire sole to contact the ground. While common, it can lead to discomfort and other issues if not addressed.

What are the causes of flat feet?

• Genetics—over 30% of people naturally have this foot type
• Ageing—as time goes on the foot can lose its strength and ability to hold up the arch
• Injuries to your feet or ankles
• Extra weight—this can cause the arch of the foot to collapse

What are the symptoms of flat feet?

• Pain under the arch of the foot
• Heel pain—especially first thing in the morning
• Difficulty standing on your tiptoes
• Swelling on the inner side of your ankle

How we can help

We can provide:

• Soft, custom orthotics that will support your arches
• Hands-on treatments like dry needling, massage, and stretching to alleviate pain and tension in the sole of the foot
• Exercise programs to strengthen the muscles of the arch of the foot
• Footwear education—guiding you to the best shoes for your flat feet and other simple options to help support your fallen arches

For help with flat feet in Adelaide, call our experienced podiatrists on 08 8338 0622 or book online to schedule an appointment today.