Flat feet issue

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Flat feet issue

Asked for Male, 24 Years

It seems I have flat feet and it pains when standing /walking for long time. I was into running but once pain started I stopped running. Now I am not sure what type of shoes I should get for my feet. Ones with flat sole or one with arch support. Or should I get some insoles. Please suggest

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Geriatric Physiotherapist

Go get arched support shoes for u as it will recreate the lost arches of ur foot.

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Ms. Pooja Pandey Tripathi (PT) Physiotherapist 20 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Ms. Pooja Pandey Tripathi (PT)

Physiotherapist 20 yrs exp Bangalore

Start strengthening your ankle muscles. Walking on heel toes and both sides also roll a ball below your foot . Start doing Thera band exercises for your feet and ankle. You get proper running shoes at your age arch support hardly helps.