I inherited flat feet, but I didn't know until I went to a proper podiatrist that it could be alleviated if I had worn orthopedic aids (as my feet would grow around them), from youth.. I'm 17 now.. Is it worth getting the aids for someone who does not like sports ?
Without the arch of the feet isn't it harder to support one's weight ?, hence strain is put on the ankles.. speaking as someone whose been hiking multiple times with severe flat feet.. It does hurt. (my feet picks up everything in the carpet.)
I think it is definitely worth a try. There are also special exercises, for the feet, gait and posture. With flat feet, left to themselves, you are in greater danger to develop problems also with knee ligaments, Achilles tendons and backbone.
I was diagnosed with flatfeet at a young age. I've used numerous devices and aids. I played basketball all through school and suffered numerous ankle injuries. But now that I've quit playing organized basketball, I don't have any problems and I keep fairly active. Give them a try, they aren't that expensive.
Don't give up on your feet because some statistics say that it's not very likely that flat feet can be improved if the treatment starts in late youth. Why would you have to be part of that statistics? Give the aids and exercises a try. It would be a shame if they later discovered that even adult people can improve their flat feet - and you wouldn't be one of them. Please Register or Log in to view the hidden image!
Consider my situation though, I'm not intending to be an athlete, nor am I a health nut who has to run everyday. I'm not against the aids, but I'm essentially wondering if I had gotten them earlier would they have made a difference.
Think ahead. Perhaps your job will involve (a lot) of walking or standing. many jobs do. Don't let such things catch you unprepared. Perhaps.
