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Is it good to have high arches?
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Not necessarilly: High arch folks can have just as many foot problems as their flatfoot counterparts high arch feet are more prone for ankle sprains or unstable ankles, heel pain and forefoot pain under the ball of the foot.
Answered 5/6/2019
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