Medical articles of Flat feet

17/02/2026
Mr Shobhit Verma
Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Foot deformities in children: causes, symptoms and treatment options
Foot deformities are relatively common in children and can affect walking, play, and overall development. While many minor foot issues resolve naturally as a child grows, some require careful monitoring or professional paediatric orthopaedic assessment.
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05/02/2025
Mr Gavin Heyes
Orthopaedic Surgeon
What are flat feet, and how are they treated?
Here, renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Gavin Heyes, talks to us about flat feet, including causes, symptoms, and treatment.
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18/03/2024
Mr Andrew Goldberg
Consultant adult and paediatric orthopaedic surgeon
Flat feet in children: a cause for concern?
Flat feet occur when the arches of the feet collapse, causing the entire sole to touch the ground, and can occur due to genetic factors. If a child has flat feet, this could be a cause of concern for some parents. Leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Andrew Goldberg addresses any concerns you may have about your child’s flat feet.
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11/05/2023
Mr Paul Hamilton
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Flat feet: When is treatment required?
Surprisingly, symptoms such as hip or knee pain can be the result of flat feet. We asked revered consultant foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon Mr Paul Hamilton to shed light on the symptoms of flat feet and share his expert insight on what types of treatment are available for this condition.
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16/08/2022
Mr Darius Rad
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Tarsal coalition: does your child have ongoing foot pain?
Tarsal coalition is a foot condition, more frequent in teenagers, that can limit function and affect wellbeing. Mr Darius Rad, consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, provides an expert insight into a tarsal coalition, including what exactly is a tarsal coalition, what are common locations and how a tarsal coalition is treated.
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25/04/2022
Mr Vail Karuppiah
Consultant foot and ankle surgeon
Flat feet: do I need surgery?
Flat feet occurs when one or both of your feet have little (or no) arches, causing your feet to press flat on the ground when you stand. Leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Vail Karuppiah discusses what are the symptoms of flat feet, what are the types of treatments available, and when surgery is necessary to correct flat feet.
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23/12/2021
Mr Nigel Kiely
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Flat feet in children: Is correction always necessary?
The condition of flat feet in children is very common but some may need special support if they experience pain or discomfort. In this article, highly esteemed consultant orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nigel Kiely, who specialises in paediatric orthopaedics, explains when flat feet in children needs treatment and what options are available.
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20/09/2021
Mr Thomas Crompton
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Falling flat? Misconceptions about flat feet
Some people's perception of having flat feet may not involve being a sporting legend, but did you know both Cristiano Ronaldo and Usain Bolt have them? Consultant orthopaedic surgeon and paediatric specialist, Mr Thomas Crompton, provides reassurance for parents who may be concerned about problems leading from flat feet and discusses how, on the whole, children having them is completely normal - and how they could be the feet of future champions.
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15/09/2021
Mr David Redfern
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Know more about adult flatfoot reconstruction surgery
Adult acquired flatfoot deformity is a condition in which the arch of the foot can become flatter and cause pain. Orthopaedic specialists, such as Mr David Redfern often try to correct these conditions non-operatively, however surgery is frequently required due to continuing symptoms. Mr Redfern explains how adult acquired flatfoot is corrected surgically.
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10/09/2021
Mr Thomas Crompton
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
Common children’s orthopaedic conditions
Reassurance is sometimes the most important thing when it comes to children's orthopaedics, especially when they are having growth spurts. Despite this, treatment might be required for even the most common things. Consultant orthopaedic surgeon and paediatric specialist Mr Thomas Crompton speaks to Top Doctors about various conditions he sees in his clinics.
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