Having Flat foot

2026-01-23 02:11:25
Currently my 6 years old son have foot, I can see the arch when stand on toes and currently no pain . I want to know is there any to develop the arch Using insoles or any other specific shoes helps him in developing the Arch?
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Consult an orthopedic for evaluation and get done STEPP test for flat food evaluation

Answered2026-01-24 16:40:42

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If he had issues With Walking and playing, please visit nearest orthopedic surgeon Need Clinical evaluation

Answered2026-01-24 09:57:09

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It will develope naturally

Answered2026-01-24 08:23:00

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Your child has flexible flat foot as arch appears on tiptoes.This is normal at 6 years.
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No treatment needed if pain-free. Insoles or special shoes do not develop the arch.They only help if pain occurs.
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Encourage barefoot play and simple foot exercises.

Answered2026-01-28 15:33:43

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In a 6 year old child flat feet with an arch appearing on standing on toes is called flexible flatfoot and is very common and usually normal in most children the arch develops naturally with growth, often up to 8–10 years of age Since your son has no pain or walking difficulty, no treatment is required at this stage special shoes or insoles do not help in developing the arch and are only needed if the child has pain or fatigue normal activity barefoot play on safe surfaces, and comfortable footwear are sufficient for now

Answered2026-01-27 11:21:42

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Use custom footwear with medial arch support. Its flexible flat foot, strengthening by physio

Answered2026-01-24 16:59:12

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