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What to do about fallen transverse arch of feet?

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Arch support: For fallen arches it is important to discover the cause before treatment. It is common to have a chronic lengthening of the main tendon that helps hold up your arch, which causes it to fall. Arch support is the main therapy for this and sometimes surgery is needed. I recommend you see a podiatrist for further evaluation.

Answered 3/2/2019

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