Question 1

how do you know if you have high foot  arches?

Accepted Answer

High arch: People can have high arch feet and low arch feet. Both are ok if they do not have pain on walking. If you put weight on both feet, while standing, and your inside arches are way off the floor, you have high arches.

Question 2

are there any problems associated with high foot arches?

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Hammertoes: High arches typically lead to hammertoes and calluses under the ball of the foot and the heel.

Question 3

how could i correct high  foot arch?

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Not possible: There is no way to "correct" the structure of your foot (non surgically). If symptommatic, orthotics can be used to "adjust" the foot. If truly symptommatic, surgical options exist.

Question 4

what is the diagnosis for high foot arch and muscle cramps?

Accepted Answer

See below: High arch feet are usually referred to as a pes cavus foot type.  Often muscle cramps are due to overworking of the muscles and may cause plantar fasciitis.

Question 5

are high foot arches a cause of shin splints?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Higher arches will lead to a harder type gait and due
to the higher impact will have a higher likelihood of
shinsplint development.
Recommend use of well cushioned shoes or inserts
to provide additional support/ cushioning.

Question 6

is it possible to have a high arch foot without it being cavus?

Accepted Answer

Cavus means highArch: The word cavus means high arched foot basically, although it is usually called pes cavus.So the answer is no.But having a high arch does not mean you will have problems! sometimes it can be an issue, but not always. I recommend getting shoes that provide good support for your foot. That probably means getting specialized evaluation from more than a shoe store assistant. See orthotic specialist.

Question 7

i have a high arch foot but that never gave me pain or problem until now with lots of pain. what can be happening?

Accepted Answer

Arthritic changes: Just because you have a high arch it doesn't have to hurt, but after some wear and tear, symptoms can set in.  The transverse arch begins to loose some of its range of motion and therefore making it hard to adapt to ground reactive forces.  An insole is a great way to support this area.  The custom made ones are the best.  The store bought ones might not have the support you need.

Question 8

what is the best running shoes for high arch foot?

Accepted Answer

My : Choice is a new balance shoe but make sure you go to there store. They have seen trained to fit.

Question 9

is it possible that a tight plantar fasciitis cause a high arched foot?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It could be one of the causes.

Question 10

can a tight plantar fasciitis brace cause a high arched foot?

Accepted Answer

No: It would help support the plantar fascia but cannot cause a foot to becomr "high arched".

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