Flat feet — also known as fallen arches — is a common condition where the arches of the feet are lower or non-existent. This condition can lead to various issues, including discomfort, pain and ...

Chances are, you—or a runner you know—has flat feet. “Flat feet are very common,” Jacqueline Sutera, D.P.M., a board certified podiatrist in New York City, tells Runner’s World. About 25 percent of ...

When I was a kid, my pediatrician was very concerned that my overpronated gait meant that I was on my way to having my father’s flat feet. My parents, determined to derail this, enrolled me in ballet ...

It’s estimated that around 20 to 30% of the adult population has flat feet, and while a flat foot isn’t always cause for concern, there are times when intervention is essential for long-term comfort.