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Flat Feet Problems

When to be concerned about flat feet

October 03, 2008
Many people have flat feet, and only some of these people experience pain or other problems from the condition. Experts at The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons have compiled this list of symptoms and conditions that may require medical attention for their flat-foot pain, including people who have rheumatoid arthritis and those whose exercise or activity is impeded by their foot pain. Read more »

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Health Guide

Pes planus
...coalition, two or more of the bones in the foot fuse together, limiting motion and often leading to a flat foot. Most flat feet do not cause pain or other problems. Flat feet may be associated... Read more »
Foot Pain: Arch Pain
...months before a person can resume normal activity. It should be performed by only experienced surgeons.Flat FootFlat foot, or pes planus, is a defect of the foot that eliminates the arch. The... Read more »
Pes planus
...tests Examination of the foot is sufficient for the health care provider to make the diagnosis of flat foot. However, the underlying cause must be determined. If an arch develops when the... Read more »
Foot Pain: Risk Factors
...foot and ankle, toe deformities, pinched nerves between the toes, plantar fasciitis, adult acquired flat foot, and tarsal tunnel syndrome -- have been attributed to repetitive use at work.For... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Diagnosis
Because nearly all cases of low back pain clear up in a short time and are not due to serious problems, a medical history and a brief physical examination are almost always sufficient.Still,... Read more »

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