Flat Feet (Fallen Arches) Treatment
Support and Stability for Every Step You Take
Rebuild Your Foundation for Comfort and Mobility
Flat feet, or fallen arches, occur when the arch of the foot collapses, causing the entire sole to touch the ground. While some people experience no symptoms, many suffer from foot fatigue, pain, instability, or poor posture — especially after walking, standing, or exercising.
At SoCal Foot and Ankle Doctors, we specialize in diagnosing and treating both flexible and rigid flatfoot in adults and children. With offices in Santa Monica and at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers, we offer custom orthotics, bracing, regenerative therapies, and surgery when needed — all tailored to your condition and activity level.
Common Symptoms of Flat Feet
- Aching or tired feet
- Pain in the arches, heels, ankles, or knees
- Difficulty standing for long periods
- Feet that appear to roll inward (overpronation)
- Frequent ankle sprains or instability
- Poor balance or changes in gait
- Uneven shoe wear patterns
Causes of Flat Feet
Flat feet can be congenital (present from birth) or acquired due to:
- Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD)
- Obesity or pregnancy
- Aging and ligament laxity
- Arthritis
- Foot or ankle injuries
- Diabetes-related changes
- Neurological or muscular disorders
How We Treat Flat Feet
???? Custom Orthotics – Medical-grade inserts realign the foot, reduce pain, and support proper biomechanics. Especially effective in flexible flatfoot.
???? Supportive Footwear – Guidance on choosing structured, motion-control shoes that reduce overpronation and joint strain.
???? Physical Therapy – Strengthens the posterior tibial tendon and stabilizing muscles.
???? Shockwave Therapy – Non-invasive treatment for chronic pain due to tendon inflammation or degeneration, including posterior tibial tendinitis.
???? Bracing (Richie Brace, AFOs) – For more advanced or collapsing arches, custom ankle-foot orthoses support and offload the deformity.
???? Weight Management & Activity Modifications – Lifestyle advice to reduce pressure on the arches and joints.
???? Surgical Correction – In cases of rigid flatfoot, severe pain, or tendon rupture, we offer procedures like:
- Tendon transfers
- Medial displacement calcaneal osteotomy
- Subtalar arthroereisis
- Joint fusions for advanced cases
Pediatric Flatfoot Care
Children with flexible flatfoot can often benefit from early orthotics and supportive shoes to avoid long-term problems. We monitor pediatric patients closely as their feet develop, adjusting care as needed.
Advanced Therapies for Flatfoot-Related Pain
We integrate shockwave therapy, stem cell injections, and regenerative medicine for patients experiencing chronic tendon or ligament strain related to flatfoot deformities.
What Our Patients Say
SoCal Foot and Ankle Doctors strive to be the best we can and are grateful for the opportunities we are given to help people heal and get back to doing the things that they love.
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Location: Santa Monica
Mon – Thur: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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