Cavus foot is a condition that causes the foot to turn inward with a high arch. These conditions can be caused by multiple things but most often it is just the foot type you were born with. This can cause pain and discomfort while walking or standing, which decreases mobility. The following exercises are designed to decrease this pain by stretching muscles and flexing ligaments in the ankle, knee, hip, and spine.
It is important for cavus foot sufferers to stretch their calf muscle with these exercises because it will help loosen the Achilles tendon so it doesn’t contract when walking on it. If you have any questions about these exercises please don’t hesitate to contact your physician before starting them!
#1. Toe spread
Stand on a step with your heels hanging off the edge. Let your toes spread apart while keeping them flat on the ground for 30 seconds stretching out the muscles in front of your foot.
Try to do this exercise twice per day
#2. Leg raise
Lying flat on your back, lift one leg off the bed while keeping it straight. Hold it for 30 seconds and then relax. Repeat with the other leg.
#3. Ankle rotation
Sit on a chair with your foot hanging off the edge. Rotate your ankle in both directions for 30 seconds each way, then switch to the other leg.
Do this exercise twice per day. Be sure not to overdo it and if pain occurs, stop immediately and consult with your physician.
#4. Foot stretch
Sit on a chair and place one foot out in front of you. Use your opposite hand to pull the toes back toward you until you feel a stretch in the arch or heel. Do this for 30 seconds, then switch to the other leg.
#5. Ball squeeze
With a tennis ball, sock, or some other soft object, grasp the item with your toes and squeeze it for 30 seconds. Relax then repeat.
#6. Wall push-up
Standing with your back against a wall, bend at the waist so that your buttocks are touching the wall while keeping your feet on the floor. Hold this for 30 seconds then relax and repeat.
Conclusion:
Cavus foot is a condition where you have an abnormally high arch. This can cause pain and discomfort while walking or standing, which decreases mobility. Are you suffering from a cavus foot? Visit us at Texas Foot and Ankle Consultants to get the best treatment.