Prognosis
The prognosis for splayfeet, which cause pain, is good in most cases. With the above mentioned treatment options, the large number of patients can be helped well without pain remaining. If left untreated, splayfeet can take a worse course, the calluses become larger and corns and so-called hammer toes develop. The persistent pain then also leads to further orthopedic malpositioning of the foot.
Prophylaxis
The most important form of prophylaxis is suitable footwear. It must be pointed out that tight and above all high heeled shoes with a large forefoot load are the main risk factor for splayfeet. People with a predisposition to splayfeet should pay particular attention to wearing suitable footwear.
Walking barefoot frequently also significantly reduces the risk of splayfeet by strengthening the tissue on the foot. In addition, it is recommended that a healthy body weight with a BMI below 25 be observed to reduce the load on the foot.