The doctor explained the unobvious danger of flat feet – Health

Flat feet, like other foot problems, can negatively affect your overall health, said orthopedic traumatologist Antonina Zavadskaya, Sports.kz reports with reference to Lenta.ru.

According to Zavadskaya, flat feet are the most common foot pathology. The doctor explained that without proper arch support, people with flat feet can rotate their shins, causing constant pain in their legs and hips.

“Flat feet can also compromise the overall stability of the body. As other muscles try to compensate for the lack of stability, the likelihood of chronic muscle tension increases dramatically,” Zavadskaya said.

Also, the orthopedic traumatologist continued, flat feet can cause pain in the muscles and bones, as it causes incorrect posture and gait…