Non-surgical treatments to Flexible Flatfoot
If you experience symptoms with flexible flatfoot, the
surgeon may recommend non-surgical treatment options, including:
1) Activity modifications. Cut down on activities that
bring you pain and avoid prolonged walking and standing to give your arches a
rest.
2) Weight loss. If you are overweight, try to lose weight.
Putting too much weight on your arches may aggravate your symptoms.
3) Orthotic devices. Your foot and ankle surgeon can
provide you with custom orthotic devices for your shoes to give more support to
the arches.
4) Immobilization. In some cases, it may be necessary to
use a walking cast or to completely avoid weight-bearing.
5) Medications. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, help reduce pain and inflammation.
6) Physical therapy. Ultrasound therapy or other physical
therapy modalities may be used to provide temporary relief.
7) Shoe modifications. Wearing shoes that support the
arches is important for anyone who has flatfoot.
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