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By Howard J. Tzorfas D.P.M.
Why is having flatfeet a problem? 90% of foot problems are inherited
and included in that is having flat feet. Flat feet, or excessive pronation,
is when somebody's feet look flat or that when they walk, their feet can
flatten out. This excessive motion is called pronation. Obviously, we
don't want to have too much pronation. When your feet do flatten out too
much they affect the rest of your body. It can cause your knees to rotate
in and your hips to rotate out. This can cause people to have lower back
pain and knee pain which comes from their feet. So when your feet are
out of alignment it can cause other problems in your body.
Having flat feet can cause your feet to change as you get older. Without
the proper support, bones in your feet can change and shift causing
bunions, hammertoes, painful feet. People can also develop arthritis
in their feet. A very common problem called plantar fasciitis, which
is an inflammation of the ligament on the bottom of your feet can be
aggravated by excessive pronation or flat feet.
It's very important to pay attention to your feet and have them
examined by a podiatrist who can help stop your feet from getting worse.
One of the best things to help with excessive pronation or flat feet is to get
into a pair of custom arch supports called orthotics. Yes, you can attempt
to try to help yourself by getting a pair of Dr. Scholl's over-the-counter
but they are not very good. It's really important to go see a podiatrist
and get evaluated by a medical specialist who could provide you with
the best care. Most insurances will cover for orthotics.
If you have any foot problems, issues and questions,
please contact Howard J. Tzorfas, D.P.M. at 908.236.6999,
or visit: www.DrTzorfas.com. Conveniently located in the
Hunterdon Hills Plaza, 1386 Hwy 22W, Lebanon.
OVER 30 YEARS IN PRACTICE Specializing in Surgical & Non-Surgical Treatment for:
• Ingrown & Fungus Nails • Plantar Warts/Children & Adults
• Custom Orthotics • Corns/Calluses • Heel Pain/Arch Pain/Plantar Fasciitis
• Foot Pain/Ankle Pain/Other Sport Injuries: Bunions/Hammertoes
• Diabetic Care/Diabetic Shoes – covered by Medicare
• DIGITAL X-RAYS AND VASCULAR TESTING ON-SITE
DR. HOWARD J. TZORFAS Podiatrist/Foot Specialist
Board Cer tified in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
Call 908.236.6999 Today and Have Relief Tomorrow!
Located at the HUNTERDON HILLS PLAZA 1386 Hwy 22 W, Lebanon
Also Located at Mack Chiropractic in Little Bears Plaza, 269 Rt.31 South, Suite #5, Washington NJ 07882
908.835.1730
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