(410) 721-4505
2411 Crofton Lane, Suite 25
Crofton, MD 21114
When you’ve got adult-acquired flat feet, whether it be from Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD), Arthritis, Injury, Obesity or Charcot Foot from Diabetes, the symptoms can really affect your daily life. Foot pain can affect mobility and mood, especially due to the pain. Standing or walking for long periods of time, as well as vigorous exercise can make the pain worse. Compounded with the fact that some can develop bony spurs or swelling, flat foot deformities are no walk in the park (at least not a long one, anyway).
So what can you do about it?
Treatment: Treating adult-acquired flatfoot deformity depends on the stage at which it is noticed or diagnosed.
Stage I: Inflammation, swelling, and pain near the inside of the ankle. A fallen arch may not necessarily be visible.
Stage II: If it only affects one foot, the arch in that foot will be more visibly flat. The arch may still be flexible, and the arch may reform when the heel is lifted.
Stage III: The affected feet have rigid flat arches, which do not reform when heels are lifted. The ankle may be pronated, putting pressure toward the inside of the foot. The outside of the ankles may be strained and feel painful.
The best way to find out what treatments would work best for you would require a consultation with our board-certified podiatrist, Dr. Brad Toll at Crofton Podiatry. Make an appointment by calling (410) 721-4505. Dr. Toll will be able to properly diagnose the stage of your adult-acquired flatfoot deformity, as well as determine the best solution for your foot pain. Our team is ready to assist you at our Crofton, MD office, which also serves the surrounding areas of Gambrills, Odenton, and Bowie areas.
2411 Crofton Lane, Suite 25
Crofton, MD 21114