What is Arch Pain?
There are two arches in your foot. The longitudinal arch runs the length of your foot, and the transverse arch runs across the width of your foot. The arches are made up of ligaments, which keep the bones of your foot in place. Arch pain can occur in one or both arches, but occurs most commonly in the longitudinal arch.
How does it occur?
Arch pain most often occurs as a result of overuse in activities such as running, hiking, walking, and jumping. People who have flat feet, or people whose feet flatten and roll inward (called "over pronation") are more prone to arch pain. Arch pain usually comes on slowly. However, it can occur suddenly if the ligaments are torn or stretched during a forceful activity such as sprinting or jumping.
How is Arch Pain treated?
You should place ice packs on your arch for 20 to 30 minutes every 3 to 4 hours for 2 to 3 days until the pain goes away. Your doctor may prescribe an anti-inflammatory medication.
Your arch needs extra support. Taping your arch, or using an extra arch support in your shoe may give you the support you need. Your doctor may prescribe custom made arch supports called orthotics.
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