First, the main cause of flat foot 1, normal and abnormal arch flat foot means that the sole of the foot is flatter than the average person. The normal sole of the foot should be raised upward on the inner side and middle part, forming a vertical and horizontal bow.
2, congenital conditions If the baby's ligament strength is insufficient, the muscles of the soles of the feet are not well developed, which can be observed when the child begins to walk.
3. The acquired weight is too heavy. The incidence of flat feet is directly proportional to the child's weight. Because the child is in the stage of growth and development, the limbs grow fastest, while the fat baby has more fat on his feet. If the shoes are too small, the meat will squeeze together, which may cause the soles to flatten over time.
Children's flat feet are often ignored by parents. 4, about three years old Generally speaking, the baby is about three years old, and you can already see a more significant arch; If the soles of the feet are still flat and not bent by then, it is likely to be flat feet.
5, foot ligament problems Some children will also cause arch collapse due to the connection between physical development and foot ligament. Parents are advised to observe for a period of time. If the baby is still unstable after three years old, his feet are easily tired after exercise, or he doesn't like walking, it is recommended to go to the hospital as soon as possible.
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Second, the disadvantage of flat feet is hard. 1, the legs are easy to get tired and swollen, and children with no arch on the soles of their feet will also be affected in the future. With the growth of children's age, they are more likely to feel tired and uncomfortable when standing on their feet, and their calves are also prone to soreness and swelling. In severe cases, even the knee joint and waist will feel uncomfortable.
2, choose shoes Important parents should be very particular about materials, shapes, heights and weights when choosing shoes for their babies. Of course, it may cost more. In addition, for fat babies, there is no harm in putting an arch pad in the shoes earlier.
3, custom-made special insoles Because people's feet have quite a lot of cartilage, and the structure is relatively fine, even if surgery is required, it is difficult to completely eradicate the phenomenon of flat feet. Usually, doctors will advise parents to help children with flat feet to design and make exclusive insoles for flat feet.
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Third, prevent and correct the occurrence of flat feet 1, pay attention to weight control As mentioned above, the probability of flat feet is roughly proportional to the baby's weight, so parents should pay special attention to the control of the child's weight during the baby's rapid growth and development.
2. Don't learn to walk too early. After the child learns to stand, parents don't have to worry about letting the baby learn to walk. In the case that the arch of the foot is not fully developed, if the child barely practices walking, the weight of the whole body will press the foot, which will easily make the arch of the foot overweight and gradually lead to flattening.
3. Don't soak your feet with hot water. Parents don't have to let their babies soak their feet in hot water. Because the ligament on the sole of the foot will relax when heated, it is not conducive to the development, formation and maintenance of the arch of the foot. It's a good idea to give your child foot muscle training regularly every day, such as letting your baby stand on tiptoe.