Flat feet

Flat feet can occur when you're a young child, from an injury, or general wear and tear as we age. Find out what it really means to have flat feet, the symptoms, how to treat them, and more.

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Should People With Flat Feet Wear Barefoot Shoes? Podiatrist Deep Dive
Flat feet affects roughly 20-30% of the population [1]. Most people with flat fe...
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