Question

Explain the physical activities that can be undertaken to correct flatfoot deformity.

Answer 1

1. Walking, standing, and jumping on toes and heels in all four directions to strengthen foot muscles and support arch formation.
2. Skipping rope to improve foot muscle strength and arch formation.
3. Picking up marbles with the toes and writing numbers in sand with the toes.
4. Yoga asanas such as Adho Mukha Svanasana and Vajrasana.
5. Therapeutic foot massage to strengthen the arch of the foot.