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What Is The Cure For The Pain Due To Flat Feet And Osteoarthritis?

I HAVE OSTEOARTHRITIS IN MY FEET AND A PROTRUSION ON THE BOTTOM OF EACH FOOT IN THE ARCH AREA WHICH IS VERY PAINFUL. I ALSO HAVE FLAT FEET. I HAVE NEW ORTHOTICS, BUT THEY DON'T HELP VERY MUCH. I CAN'T STAY ON MY FEET VERY LONG AT THE TIME WITHOUT UNRELENTING PAIN, I AM A 78 YEAR OLD FEMALE AND DESPERATELY NEED HELP CONCERNING MY FEET!
Fri, 28 Feb 2014
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Hello,

Thanks for writing to us,

I have studied your case with diligence.


It is advisable to wear low heel shoe to maintain centre of gravity of whole body.
Shoe/footwear should be with soft sole. You can use silicon pad insoles.


Start plantar exercises consulting physiotherapist also Physiotherapy like TENS and ultrasound will help.
Take calcium supplement with vit D.

If no relief with this line of treatment then local injection shot can give pain relief for longer duration.
If there is marked arthritis of ankle joint then ankle joint replacement will give permanent relief.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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What Is The Cure For The Pain Due To Flat Feet And Osteoarthritis?

Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. It is advisable to wear low heel shoe to maintain centre of gravity of whole body. Shoe/footwear should be with soft sole. You can use silicon pad insoles. Start plantar exercises consulting physiotherapist also Physiotherapy like TENS and ultrasound will help. Take calcium supplement with vit D. If no relief with this line of treatment then local injection shot can give pain relief for longer duration. If there is marked arthritis of ankle joint then ankle joint replacement will give permanent relief. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.