Common Foot Problems and Their Symptoms

9. Fallen Arches or Flat Feet

Flat feet occur when the arch of the foot has dropped, causing pain. Flat feet are usually an inherited condition, but they may also occur during pregnancy and with joint hypermobility syndrome, which causes connective tissue to become loose. Other conditions, like cerebral palsy, can cause flat feet. Even wearing shoes that don't support feet correctly, like flip-flops, can be a cause. Flat feet can cause pain in the foot and ankle as well as the rest of the leg, knee, hip, and back. You can wear supportive inserts in your shoes to help correct this condition.