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Is it better if your feet are arched or flat?
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Neither.: If you are pain free, it is a good thing. Feet that flatten out too much are unstable and can cause numerous problems. Higher arched rigid feet can be too rigid and cause other problems.
Answered 12/9/2016
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Not to: High and not to flat. An average arch is best.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Either: As long as there are no symptoms it does not matter.
Answered 8/8/2012
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