Do you have cavus feet, or feet with high arches? Are those feet painful? This high arch, places excessive pressure on the heel and ball of your foot, especially the first and fifth metatarsal heads.
The good news is that you can take action to prevent injury and manage your symptoms. But first, let’s talk about the common injuries with cavus feet.
One of the areas of your ankle that can become painful is your achilles tendon, leading to achilles tendonitis. This is caused by the tightness of the Achilles tendon in people with cavus feet.
Metatarsalgia is another common condition that affects people with cavus feet. It’s characterized by pain and swelling in the ball of the foot, especially when standing or walking. This can happen because people with high arches put excessive weight on their metatarsal heads.
Metatarsal stress fractures are also a risk for people with cavus feet. Due to the extra stress placed on the metatarsals, you may experience pain and swelling in the affected area, which may worsen with activity.
And let’s not forget about ankle sprains. The instability of the ankle in people with cavus feet can make you more prone to this painful injury. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and bruising around the ankle, as well as difficulty walking or bearing weight on the affected foot.
There are steps you can take to prevent these injuries and manage your symptoms. Wearing supportive shoes, using orthotic inserts, and performing regular stretching and strengthening exercises can all help. And if you’re experiencing any of the symptoms described above, seek medical attention from a qualified healthcare provider.
Don’t let cavus feet hold you back from living your life to the fullest. Take action today to prevent injury and manage your symptoms, and you’ll be back on your feet in no time.