Do you have high arched feet and live in the Geelong, Surf Coast or The Bellarine area?

A high arched foot (also called a pes cavus foot or supinated foot type) is the opposite of a flat foot.

A distinct highly curved arch is seen along the inside or medial side of the foot, which creates space between the ground and foot. This foot type tends to be less flexible in nature and does not absorb impact forces from the ground very well.

As Podiatrists we work as part of the health care team, helping to assess, diagnose & manage high arched feet.

At Stance Podiatry, a combination of approaches is usually taken when treating high arched feet which usually include footwear advice, massage, custom orthotics, functional mobilisation therapy, load management, and functional exercises.

Causes of high arched feet

• The structural design of the bones in the foot is hereditary

• Some neuromuscular diseases such as Charcot Marie Tooth

• Excessive alcohol consumption causing nerve changes

• Peripheral Neuropathies

• Nerve changes as a result of Diabetes

Common problems associated with high arches

• Callus and Corns

• Hammer Toes

• Heel pain and plantar fasciitis

• Midfoot pain

• Shin splints

• Arthritis

• Forefoot pain (neuromas, bursitis)

• Bunions

• Knee pain

• Low back pain