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Q. I have had problems with my feet all my life. And they hurt SO bad when I am on them for long periods of time. I have extremely high archs, to where.... the outside of my foot in the middle barely touches the ground when i stand. I am wondering if this could be contributing to my foot pain while at work. Thanks.
Is it possible my arches are TOO deep?
Is it possible my arches are TOO deep?
Answer
High arch is an excessively raised arch (also called instep) on the bottom of the foot. The arch runs from the toes to the heel. It is also called pes cavus. High arch is the opposite of flat feet. Alternative Names: Pes cavus; High foot arch
Causes, incidence, and risk factors - High foot arches are much less common than flat feet. However, they are more likely to be associated with an orthopedic or neurological conditions. Neuromuscular diseases that cause changes in muscle tone may lead to the development of high arches.
Unlike flat feet, highly arched feet tend to be painful because more stress is placed on the section of the foot between the ankle and the toes (metatarsals). This condition generally makes it difficult to fit shoes. In addition, those with high arches usually need foot support. A high arch may cause significant disability.
Symptoms - Shortened length of foot; Difficulty fitting shoes;
Foot pain associated with walking, standing, and running
Signs and tests - X-ray of the feet; X-ray of the spine; MRI of the spine; Electromyography; Nerve conduction studies
Treatment - Corrective shoes may help to relieve pain and can improve walking. This includes orthopedic modifications to the shoes, such as an arch insert and a support insole. Surgery to flatten the foot is sometimes necessary in severe cases. Any underlying neurological problems, if present, must be treated by appropriate specialists.
Expectations (prognosis)- The expectations depend on the underlying neurological condition, although in mild cases, appropriate shoe wear and arch supports may provide welcome relief.
Complications - Chronic pain; Difficulty walking
Calling your health care provider - Call your health care provider if you suspect you are having foot pain related to high arches.
Prevention - People with highly arched feet should be evaluated for underlying neurological and orthopedic conditions. Identifying these other conditions may help prevent or lessen impending arch problems.
High arch is an excessively raised arch (also called instep) on the bottom of the foot. The arch runs from the toes to the heel. It is also called pes cavus. High arch is the opposite of flat feet. Alternative Names: Pes cavus; High foot arch
Causes, incidence, and risk factors - High foot arches are much less common than flat feet. However, they are more likely to be associated with an orthopedic or neurological conditions. Neuromuscular diseases that cause changes in muscle tone may lead to the development of high arches.
Unlike flat feet, highly arched feet tend to be painful because more stress is placed on the section of the foot between the ankle and the toes (metatarsals). This condition generally makes it difficult to fit shoes. In addition, those with high arches usually need foot support. A high arch may cause significant disability.
Symptoms - Shortened length of foot; Difficulty fitting shoes;
Foot pain associated with walking, standing, and running
Signs and tests - X-ray of the feet; X-ray of the spine; MRI of the spine; Electromyography; Nerve conduction studies
Treatment - Corrective shoes may help to relieve pain and can improve walking. This includes orthopedic modifications to the shoes, such as an arch insert and a support insole. Surgery to flatten the foot is sometimes necessary in severe cases. Any underlying neurological problems, if present, must be treated by appropriate specialists.
Expectations (prognosis)- The expectations depend on the underlying neurological condition, although in mild cases, appropriate shoe wear and arch supports may provide welcome relief.
Complications - Chronic pain; Difficulty walking
Calling your health care provider - Call your health care provider if you suspect you are having foot pain related to high arches.
Prevention - People with highly arched feet should be evaluated for underlying neurological and orthopedic conditions. Identifying these other conditions may help prevent or lessen impending arch problems.
What do I need to know to buy a good pair of cowboy boots?
Bex
Designer/Manufacturer
Size
Anything?
Thanks! I'm a broke college kid, so I tried eBay :)
Answer
A couple of things. Best online stores are sheplers.com, cavenders.com, and caboots.com. If you've never bought a pair before, you should go into a store and try a pair on. Generally, cowboy boots will fit like a shoe except they are a little tight until you pop your heel into the boot. If you have a high instep, go with a boot that is 1 letter wider...it will give you room for your instead. Walking heels are supposed to be the most comfortable, but I prefer a nice 1.5-2" underslung heel. Justins are like a GM, Noconas/Ariats are like a Cadillac, and Luccheses are like a Mercedes. It depends on your wallet. The custom site I gave you (caboots.com) have awesome boots and you can customize your choices...the website explains the differences. Last comment...find a western store near you and look for the oldest guy selling boots. He'll know his stuff and probably will enjoy sharing some boot knowledge with ya.
Enjoy! I've been wearing them for the last 10 years....didn't grow up with 'em....but I really love 'em. One last thing...a good pair of boots can last way longer than a pair of dress shoes (years vs. 1 year). So they are an investment.
PS...I hate Justins. They're cheaper made by machine and they generally run small in their size and fit.
A couple of things. Best online stores are sheplers.com, cavenders.com, and caboots.com. If you've never bought a pair before, you should go into a store and try a pair on. Generally, cowboy boots will fit like a shoe except they are a little tight until you pop your heel into the boot. If you have a high instep, go with a boot that is 1 letter wider...it will give you room for your instead. Walking heels are supposed to be the most comfortable, but I prefer a nice 1.5-2" underslung heel. Justins are like a GM, Noconas/Ariats are like a Cadillac, and Luccheses are like a Mercedes. It depends on your wallet. The custom site I gave you (caboots.com) have awesome boots and you can customize your choices...the website explains the differences. Last comment...find a western store near you and look for the oldest guy selling boots. He'll know his stuff and probably will enjoy sharing some boot knowledge with ya.
Enjoy! I've been wearing them for the last 10 years....didn't grow up with 'em....but I really love 'em. One last thing...a good pair of boots can last way longer than a pair of dress shoes (years vs. 1 year). So they are an investment.
PS...I hate Justins. They're cheaper made by machine and they generally run small in their size and fit.
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