28/02/2022
What are the causes of adult acquired flat foot?
• Overuse of the tendon, due to poor foot mechanics (flatter foot) or overuse due to sports may cause damage to the tendon.
• Obesity - increased weight places additional strain on the tendon causing it to over-works, trying to maintain the arch height. It can then becomes inflamed, swollen and painful.
• Age related changes in the tendon - With age, the tendons lose their elasticity and ability
to glide as smoothly as they used to.
Treatment- Orthotic devices or bracing to improve mechanical function and rest the tendon.
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