High arches are usually found in a rigid, structured, inflexible foot that lacks the mobile adaptation and shock absorption needed for a pain-free gait.
If you have a high-arched foot, you will want to look for neutral shoes that have good support and a little bit of cushion to add shock absorption. There are also medical conditions in which a severe high-arched foot may develop. Learn more about high arches.
What’s Wrong With High Arches?
A high arch is a common foot type that a child develops as he or she grows. There is nothing wrong with having a high arch; however high arches need different types of support than the normal arch or flexible arch.
In some cases, a severe high arch (also called pes cavus foot) can also develop as the result of a medical condition. This can happen at any stage in life. It is most likely to be caused by a bone (orthopedic) or nerve (neurological) condition but can also be caused by conditions such as cerebral palsy, Charco-Marie-Tooth disease, spina bifida, polio, muscular dystrophy, or a stroke.
High arches are often found in rigid and inflexible feet, which lack the shock absorption and mobility needed for a pain-free gait.
How Insoles Help With High Arches
People with high arches often find relief in adding an insole that provides total contact with the arch into their shoe. Those with high arches will most likely over-supinate and walk with extra pressure on the outside of their foot.
Insoles help by providing necessary support and shock absorption to keep your feet, legs, and body pain-free as you move around. The proper insoles for high arches can also help to stabilize the foot in the shoe and relieve some of the pressure on the outside of the foot.
