Symptoms of flat feet
If you have flat feet, your most common symptom will be a pain in the feet. This is usually a result of strained muscles and connecting ligaments.
Abnormal stresses on the knee and hip may result in pain in these joints. These stresses are likely if the ankles turn inward.
Asides from the feet, you may also experience pain, swelling, or stiffness in other parts of the body such as:
- ankle
- arch of the foot
- calf
- knee
- hip
- lower back
- lower legs
With flat feet, you may also experience an uneven distribution of body weight. This may result in shoes wearing down unevenly or more quickly than usual, especially on one side, which can lead to further injuries. People may have difficulty walking or running evenly.