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Alternate Names : Pes Cavus, Supinator
High Arches | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
The condition can be diagnosed just by looking at the shape of the foot. An x-ray may be performed to help in the diagnosis. Sometimes high arches are caused by an underlying condition, such as diabetes, which needs to be identified and treated.
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High Arches: Symptoms & Signs
High Arches: Prevention & Expectations
Author: Bill O'Halloran, DPM Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS Date Reviewed: 05/18/01