How do I get rid of arch pain in my foot?

Treatment for Flat Feet and Fallen Arches

1. Rest and ice to relieve pain and reduce swelling.
2. Stretching exercises.
3. Pain relief medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories.
4. Physical therapy.
5. Orthotic devices, shoe modifications, braces, or casts.
6. Injected medications to reduce inflammation, such as corticosteroids.

What exercise is best for plantar fasciitis?

Here are some exercises that will help heal your plantar fasciitis.

• Tennis Ball Roll. While seated, grab a tennis ball, rolling pin, frozen water bottle, or other cylindrical object and put it under your foot.
• Towel Stretch.
• Toe Stretch.
• Toe Curls.
• Calf Stretch.
• Picking Up Marbles.
• Follow Your Doctor’s Orders.

What causes pain in arch of foot?

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of arch pain and one of the most common orthopedic complaints reported. It’s caused by inflammation, overuse, or injury to the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is the ligament that connects the front of your foot to your heel.

How does the arch in your foot help you?

The arches of the feet are one of the many marvels of the human body. The foot arches help in supporting the immense weight of the body. By maintaining the arches of the feet, the weight of the body is dissipated and distributed evenly to support it fully against gravity and without undue stress.

How do you stretch your foot arch?

Stretch Manually. One way to stretch the arches of your feet is to take a manual approach. Begin by seating yourself comfortably in a strong chair and resting one foot across the opposite thigh. Taking the working foot in both hands, apply gentle pressure to the top of the toes to stretch the bony arch of the foot.

What causes pain in the arch of your foot?

Sometimes the cause of arch pain in the foot is caused by a condition known as plantar fasciitis. This is often known referred to as flat feet and is caused by an over-stretching of the band of fibrous tissue along the bottom of the foot.

How are custom orthotics relieve arch pain?

Custom Foot Orthotics are devices that fit into your shoe (under your feet) that support the arch of your foot and distribute pressure evenly across the Foot. This even distribution of pressure removes pain and pressure from the Heel, Arch, balls of the Feet and Ankles.