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A biomechanical cause of pain in the arch of the foot, extreme high arch (known as cavus foot) can be caused by neurological conditions like cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy, while milder ...

Podiatrists explain how to determine your foot arch type. Shop the best sneakers for high, neutral and flat arches from Brooks, Hoka, Oofos, Chaco, Birkenstock, Asics and Saucony.

Neutral. A neutral arch is considered the ideal type, Lockwood says. Neutral arches are not too high and or low, Graves says, adding that people with this arch type tend to have fewer foot issues.

The right shoes with high-quality arch support can help prevent foot pain and strain. These options from brands like Hoka, OOfos and Orthofeet have been tested and reviewed.

Ample cushioning is also ideal for high arches, because a high arch most often comes from an inflexible plantar fascia, the ligament that connects the heel and ball of your foot.

The opposite is high-arched feet, where the arches are more pronounced. Each of these conditions can lead to abnormalities in the distribution of forces from body weight, often resulting in foot pain.