Your arches are an important part of your feet and your body. They stabilize your distribution of weight during activity, help you adapt to uneven surfaces, and absorb shock when you make contact with the ground. Several factors can lead to arch pain, from standing for long periods to serious conditions like Plantar Fasciitis.

At the Advanced Foot Care Center of Rochester in Fairport, NY, their skilled team of podiatrists will assess your feet and diagnose the cause of your arch pain—whether it’s due to flat feet, injury, or nerve damage. While they are board-certified in foot surgery, these compassionate specialists believe in exploring non-invasive treatments first, so you can have the shortest recovery time possible.

What Are The Causes Of Arch Pain?

1. Plantar Fasciitis 

Also known as Heel Spur Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the connective tissue that stretches from your heel to the ball of your foot, causing the tissue to tear. 

2. Excessive Pronation

Pronation occurs when the heel supinates during physical activity to deal with the impact, causing the foot to roll inward. When the foot is overpronated, shock is absorbed improperly. Over time, this can lead to heel pain, arch pain, and even plantar fasciitis. 

3. Flat Feet

A “flat foot” denotes a foot with no arch between the ball of the foot and the heel. This can develop due to excessive foot stress or simply because of a hereditary trait. Weakened arch muscles due to flat feet can cause extreme foot pain and should be assessed by a podiatrist as soon as possible.

Whatever the cause of your arch pain, the specialists at Advanced Foot Care Center of Rochester will construct a personalized treatment plan to get you back on healthy feet. Call them today at (585) 249-0020 to schedule an appointment, or visit the website for more information.