Arch pain

Arch pain is commonly caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia. A person with arch pain usually suffers from inflammation of the tissues in the midfoot area. The arch of the foot is formed by the Plantar Fascia, which tighten and relax during the different phases of gait.

The plantar fascia play an important role in proper foot function, transferring weight from the heel to the toes. When the fascia are inflamed, simple movements can be quite painful.

Plantar Fasciitis is caused by over-stretching and pulling of the plantar fascia. Repeated strain causes small tears in the ligament. This can then lead to inflammation, irritation, pain and swelling. Arch pain is most likely to happen when:

- your feet roll inward too much (over-pronation)
- you walk, stand, or run for long periods of time, especially on hard surfaces
- you are overweight
- you have tight Achilles tendons or tight calf muscles

Various medical studies have proven that the most effective way of dealing with arch pain is a combination of stretching exercises and wearing an orthotic shoe insert. The same treatment regime is also very effective for the treatment of heel pain and heel spurs.

Footlogics podiatry-devloped orthotic insoles help prevent over-pronation and support your arches. They release the tension on the Plantar Fascia, thereby treating the cause of arch pain.

Footlogics orthotic insoles are a simple, easy, low-cost solution to arch pain. The unique combination of support and cushioning often provides instant relief to arch pain.

Stretching exercises for the plantar fascia, achilles tendons, calf muscles creates more muscle length/flexibility and reduces excess strain on the plantar fascia. The hamstrings, calf muscles, achilles tendons and plantar fascia all work together during gait and tightness in one area can cause problems elsewhere!