Flat foot occurs when the arch of your foot is very low or flattens, causing your foot to fall inward.

Not all patients with flat feet experience pain and some patients do not require correction. Both children and adults can have flat feet.

Flat feet can cause problems when muscles and ligaments are stretched. Areas that might be affected are:

  • Knee, hip or back
  • Calf (back of your lower leg)
  • Outside edge of your foot
  • Your arch
  • Inside of your ankle

Supportive shoes can ease discomfort by positioning your foot correctly. Shoe inserts called orthotics can help restore the biometric balance to your legs and feet and realign your posture. In rare cases a brace or surgery may be needed. 

Flat foot correction consultants at Chichester Hospital

Chichester Hospital

78 Broyle Road, Chichester, PO19 6WB

01243 530600

By car: our hospital is conveniently located on the northern side of Chichester on the A286, just up from the Chichester Festival Theatre, with free parking available. By public transport: the nearest train station is Chichester which is a 30-minute walk or alternatively 5mins in a taxi. By Bus: The Stagecoach No. 60 bus which serves Chichester and Midhurst, is a few minutes’ walk away from the hospital.

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