Foot Pain – Pes Cavus

Becky WatsonNovember 22, 2022

Pes Cavus

The opposite of a flat foot, a pes cavus foot is characterized by an abnormally high arch on the inside of the foot and can affect one or both feet at any time. Often cavus deformities are associated with a neurological condition, in such cases the deformity may progress and worsen. Some people are born with pes cavus and this can be inherited or congenital. A pes cavus deformity can also result from trauma, such as a crush injury.

Pes Cavus - Foot Pain

A cavus foot results in excessive pressure and stress on the ball of the foot and heel and very little weight being taken by the middle of the foot. This can cause pain when standing or walking. A high arch places constant tension on the plantar fascia which can lead to plantar fasciitis. Often someone with a cavus foot will also have claw or hammer toes which further increase the pressure on the ball of the foot. Metatarsalgia and callusing can result from excessive pressure and stress on the ball of the foot.

An insole with a high, firm arch support can help manage pes cavus foot by spreading strain and stress across the whole foot, rather than just the arch and heel. Shock absorption and cushioning from a metatarsal pad and gel pads under the heel and ball of the foot can reduce pain when standing and walking

The insoles we recommend for tarsal tunnel syndrome are: PRECISO (6)