2. Shoe Inserts or Orthotic Devices
Buying the right pair of shoes might not be enough, which brings us to use of inserts and Orthotic devices. The best insoles, just like shoes, should have high arches to provide you with enough support. Ensure, however, that you get the right size of insole that’ll fit you and also fit in your shoes perfectly.
Orthotics are known to provide better support for arches than insoles can. They also help to control motion, an essential element of ensuring you do not suffer pain. You can also get customized orthotics to fit your feet perfectly.
3. Immobilization
Sometimes, immobilization is necessary to fix flat feet. Immobilization can be done with an ankle brace also called ankle-foot orthotics, short-leg cast or cam-walker or boot. Immobilization helps any torn tendons to heal and also puts your foot in the right position at the joints.
Immobilization helps to reduce the development of flat feet and any other deformities the flat feet could have been causing in the ankle. After immobilization, the treatment should be followed with custom orthotics for the best results.
Research has shown that many people who have gone through immobilization come out much better to the point that they might only require inserts or orthotics to lead a normal life.
