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Flat foot can it be cure
I am having flat foot since 2013 but I am able to run , lift weight efficiently going to gym but as it is disqualification criteria to join as Indian medical officer, as right now I'm in final year MBBS ,I want to join Army and when I stand on toe then arch form will I be able to cure this problem in a 1year please suggest some very good exercise to make it good
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To see improvement you must have to use insoles for flat feet and then work on strengthening exercises for foot muscles.. Improvement is depend how severe flat feet is no.. You can video consultation to get to know
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Book appointment with Podiatrist..
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If it is an Acquired adult flat foot there are possibilities of correction.
You should do ankle and foot strengthening exercises with proper guidance.
You should do calf muscles stretching and strengthening exercises with guidance.
You can use ankle foot orthosis.
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You should consult a Physiotherapist or Orthopaedist and podiatrist for complete assessment and treatment.
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1st of all, flat foot can not be ocuure suddenly as u said in 2013. U have to tell what kind of treatments or modification u hv done till now. Detail assessment of foot in weight bearing and non weight bearing position is required. Yes proper corrective and strengthening exercises can definately help you along with shoe correction..
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consult hand foot specialist/ physiotherapist
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So many varieties of foot arc is available in market and online which you can wear inside shoe, can attach to home Chappal, even u can wear with out any footwear by straps to keep you foot in proper arched shape.. find the most convenient for you
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Before answering I want to know how become in 2013 you have diagnosed with flat foot , is there any past history pls explain
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Start using insole .
Change your foot wear.
Start doing exercises for foot like Strengthening and stretching.
Towel curling exs and ball rolling under feet.
Try to do heel raise and calf stretching 10 rep with the hold count20.
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consult online with physiotherapist on practo app for detail information.
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Mr. Nitin Kumar Arora (PT)
Physiotherapist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes things can be changed upto a certain extent based on whether that is a flexible or rigid flat feet. Kindly get a thorough assessment done followed by following a proper, comprehensive treatment plan for your condition.
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