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My child complains of foot pain where arch is after walking for awhile..looks like she has flat feet. is this the cause? and what can i do ?

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Dr. Shalini Sethi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Flat foot: Very commonly kids have flat foot . Don't let her walk bare foot , she may need a foot insert to be put in the shoes , helps provide an arch and relieve pain . Get get checked up .

Answered 5/5/2015

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