Osteoarthritis, joint damage caused by wear and tear, may develop in the misaligned joints of the flat foot. First and foremost, calcification and spurs may appear on bones that are submitted to excessive strain (see Heel spur and Achilles tendinitis ). Not only are flat feet at the source of many injuries, but they can also have long-term negative effects. Chronic pain caused by bad posture (in the ankles, knees, hips and back).Bunions ( hallux valgus ) and hammertoes.The following is a list of some of the main issues flat feet can cause: And since the femur connects the knees to the hips, there is an inner rotation of the entire pelvis, which exaggerates the back curvature and brings instability to the entire lower body. Following the feet, the ankles turn inwards, this leads to an excessive inner rotation of the shins and, consequently, the knees. The feet being the supporting structure of the body, their misalignment has a domino effect on overall posture. Certain joints may lock or freeze up, muscles may overstretch or tire quickly and ligaments may lengthen, affecting proprioception. As a comparison, we all noticed at the beach that walking on soft sand, an unstable base, is more difficult than walking on a solid base (like a sidewalk) because it facilitates propulsion and requires less energy.įlat feet may lead to problems in the joints, muscles, ligaments and the neurological system. When the bones of the feet interlock, they form a solid and stable foundation from which we can propel ourselves forward to walk, run or jump… However, when the foot collapses, bone congruence is affected and the foundation becomes unstable, which makes propulsion inefficient and shock absorption difficult. Progression and Consequences Progression and consequences of flat feet
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