There are misconceptions about the arches in our feet as being solid stuctures that do not move. The arches of your feet are always moving up and down when we are walking or running. If you have fallen arches it may not be the problem it is how your foot functions when walking or running. It is not the height of the arch that is the problem since a lot of people have low or high arches that have no problem with their feet. It is the function of the foot that can cause the problem. If you foot is pronated and lowers the arch by the rolling of your ankle can cause this problem. If you use a foot orthotic to help support the foot arch support itself you can restore your own arch. If your foot is pronated and rolls inward at the ankle your symptoms can vary from mild pain in your arch or you may have a heel spur. Many other things can cause the same symptoms so if arch supports do not seem to help with your foot problems you need to consult with a foot doctor. There is no evidence that foot orthotics weaken the foot. We have several doctors that send us clients that order Birko balance arch supports for their foot problems. It is important to wear supportive footwear especially running shoes for most cases that are not severe. Foot orthotics are the main treatment for “fallen arches” and we offer Birko balance, childrens orthotics, and other arch supports at our Lion Foot Care section at our website www.lionfootweardirect.com.
Dave Clark
