Pes planus is a condition in which the arch or instep of the foot collapses and comes in contact with the ground. In some individuals, this arch never develops while they are growing.
Pes planovalgus; Flat feet; Fallen arches; Pronation of feet
Flat feet are a common condition. In infants and toddlers, the arch is not developed and flat feet are normal. The arch develops in childhood. By adulthood, most people...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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