“Flat feet,” also referred to as pes planus, is a common foot condition that affects as many as 1 in 4 people throughout their lifetime. When you have flat feet, the arch bones in your feet are low to ...

Overpronation is when the arch of the foot collapses excessively downward or inward. A doctor may call this “pes planus” or “flexible flatfoot.” Experts often associate overpronation with flat feet.

A quality pair of walking shoes is essential, especially if you experience discomfort caused by flat feet. To learn about which features to look for when shopping for comfortable shoes, I reached out ...