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I have no arch in my foot, will this make my chronic ankle instabillity worse? arch shoes hurt, how else could i solve this issue?
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Stability: The height of the arch is less important than how stable it is in gait. If your arches "collapse" when you walk, this causes strain on the other structures of the feet and ankles. Shoes seldom cure foot problems but a poor shoe will worsen the situation. See a podiatrist who can discuss making foot orthotics for you. In some cases, surgery can even be appropriate.
Answered 2/27/2013
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