really bad flat feet - Foot Problems Message Board

bhalo · 11-22-2003, 04:34 PM

I have really bad flat feet, to the point where when there is no weight on my feet there is still no arch. Although I can't complain about the rest of me, my feet are the only issue. Anyone with flat feet, how did you get over being really self conscious of your feet? I have had some friends notice my flat footedness, especially in the summer, and they meant no harm by what they said, but its just that I'm embarassed of them. Thanks.
~Deanna

Ronk0747 · 11-22-2003, 08:27 PM

Hi,

I am now recovering from major surgery to replace a tendon and reconstruct (fuse) a severly collapsed arch. Have to be non-weight bearing on the operative foot for 3 months. Luckily, only my left foot was involved so a can get around on crutches.

If the only problem you have with your flat feet is that you're self-conscious of them, you are very lucky. I can't believe that you don't have some foot pain after walking a distance but if not, good for you. If so, see an orthopedist about posssible treatments. And the sooner you do, the easier it will be to treat since flat feet only get flatter over time.

Ron

sealover · 11-24-2003, 12:59 AM

I can totally understand what you are feeling regarding your self-consciousness with your flat feet. I hardly have an arch and have suffered with pain many times in my life due to my flat feet. It's bothered me that I don't have a normal arch like many other people, and I cannot wear just any pair of shoes. I would love to wear high heels for dress up, and I used to wear them when I was younger and my feet were more forgiving, but now I have to wear low heels. I was born with just a slight arch...my mother also has feet like mine, though my sister has a normal arch.

Somehow, we are going to have to work on our low esteem regarding our feet. Remember, there are many people out there who have serious conditions that prevent them from walking, and they would love to be able to walk like we can, so we are very lucky in that sense. However, I just recently injured my left foot and have been unable to walk on that foot for over a week, and I don't know when I will be able to use that foot, but I realize now how I took for granted the simple fact that I could walk!

Please realize that if you don't suffer from pain in your feet, you are very fortunate. But if a person judges you based on how your feet look, then that person is very superficial, and I wouldn't give that person the time of day.

cinderella777 · 11-24-2003, 08:32 AM

out of curiosity. What about the flat footedness makes your foot look funny?
I have flat feet but it's not that big of an issue - it's the bunions that came with the flat feet!

Ronk0747 · 11-24-2003, 09:38 AM

Hi,

Ditto to what Seallover said. If people are going to diss you because of the appearance of your feet, good riddance to them!!

Ron