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Oct 12, 2025

4 min

Do you get more flat-footed as you get older? An expert explains the causes and treatments

Over 20% of adults will develop flat feet at some point in their lifetime, a change that tends to increase with age. So, do you get more flat-footed as you get older? The answer is yes, and it is a natural, progressive process driven by structural changes in the feet's connective tissues.

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Oct 7, 2025

4 min

Can you become flat-footed with age? Unpacking adult-acquired flatfoot

Over 20% of adults will develop flat feet during their lifetime, a condition known as adult-acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD). The answer to "**Can you become flat-footed with age?**" is a definitive yes, and it often occurs gradually as the supportive structures in your feet weaken over time.

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