Flat Foot/Pes Planus

Definition:
A condition in which the longitudinal arch is broken down, the entire sole touching the ground.

Symptoms
  • Pain in the foot
  • Sometimes asymptomatic
Causes
  • Prolonged stress on the foot
  • Faulty mechanics
  • Congenital
  • Rheumatiod arthritis
Treatment
  • Intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • ROM and stretching exercises
Flat Foot/Pes Planus Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Posterior Tib Retraining
  • Foot Wedge
  • Nose To Wall
  • Toe Yoga
  • Heel Raises
  • Slips Rocker
  • Heel Offs
  • Supination Walk
  • Gait II

Flat Foot/Pes Planus Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Toe Yoga
  • Slow Kicks
  • Single Leg Balance Mase
  • Lunge Wheel Mase
  • Backwards Walk

Flat Foot/Pes Planus Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops