Valgus Foot

What is a valgus foot?

A valgus foot is a congenital condition in which the heels turn outward and the toes turn inward. It is necessary and essential to pay attention to the foot from an early age. In most cases, attention is given only in adulthood when pain or discomfort suddenly appears, and there is a risk that these issues have become a lifelong problem due to not preventing or treating the conditions that cause them in time.

Here are some of the main symptoms of a valgus foot:

• They are pronators, meaning the direction of their step is toward the inner part of the heel. For this reason, you may notice that their shoes wear out on that side.
• The appearance of a flat foot with the ankles leaning inward and the big toes also rotated in the same direction. However, when sitting or lying down, the inner arch of the foot is elevated and appears normal, which differentiates it from a flat foot.
• If left untreated, a valgus foot can cause deformities such as bunions or claw toes over time because it puts uneven pressure on the foot. It also results in a loss of shock absorption when walking, and people with this condition often experience fatigue while walking and running.

What causes a valgus foot?

Hereditary factors: The alignment of the bones and joints can be a significant cause of valgus feet, as well as ligament laxity or calf muscle stiffness.

Poor posture: Abnormal spinal deviation, hip problems, meniscus deterioration, and interference with normal bone and muscle growth can severely affect our feet.

Finally, what to do with a valgus foot?

A valgus foot can be diagnosed early from the age of 3, and it can be fully corrected with the use and follow-up of an appropriate treatment prescribed by a podiatrist. Regular stretches until the foot acquires a normal shape. In more rigid cases, if severe, surgery may be necessary. An orthopedic surgeon may recommend treatment with corrective splints.

For mild cases, one of the most effective treatments is the use of custom orthotics, tailored to each person’s lifestyle and foot characteristics. In fact, the use of personalized insoles resolves up to 90% of cases.

At Pura+ brand, we have the best products for valgus feet: The number one of our insoles for valgus and flat feet are the ¾ insoles. These will help with the correct formation of the foot arch and, above all, help with posture to prevent foot pain when walking. Our other references will also help relieve foot pain and provide the proper arch support. We have arch supports, which offer greater comfort when walking, improving foot support during movement. It also improves posture and reduces back and knee pain.

The arch insoles attach to your footwear, relieving foot pain or flat foot discomfort while walking or at any moment.

Lastly, the arch support helps alleviate knee pain associated with valgus or flat feet.

Its main benefits are:

• Helps with the correct formation of the foot arch.
• Correct support of the foot during movement.
• Adapts to different foot shapes.
• Products made under strict quality standards with a satisfaction or refund guarantee.

The characteristics include:

• Soft and provide comfort.
• Unisex and ambidextrous.
• Durable and highly resistant.

The brands Beybies, Pura+, and NrgyBlast belong to Avimex de Colombia SAS. All products have quality certifications and valid sanitary records and are manufactured under the strictest international standards. To purchase our products, you can visit our Shop-On Line. All purchases are backed by a 100% satisfaction or refund guarantee.