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Does walking flat footed lead me to developing pain in my ankles?

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Dr. Mark Reed answered

No: Hi: not usually unless there is a severe deformity. Best regards: dr. Mark reed placentia-linda foot & ankle group drs. Mark and melanie reed 1275 rose drive, suite 136 placentia, ca 92870 fax: (714) 528-0739 office: (714) 528-2252 www.Footpain.Org drmreed@footpain.Org.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 7/28/2012

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It could: Because of the position of the foot strain can easily be placed mon the ankles causing pain.

Dr Frydman agreed

Answered 7/30/2012

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