Sudden foot drop: what could it be?

I first noticed this right after attending that rather underwhelming The Beatles concert...

Between my legs swelling up for the next couple of days, those morning calf cramps, and that general sensation of having "heavy" limbs—it all felt a bit off regarding my right foot.
Basically, when I’m walking barefoot around the apartment, you know how it should feel? You usually feel the toes, the ball of the foot just below the toes, and the heel.
But the day after the show, I started feeling the actual arch of my right foot against the floor too.
At first, I assumed it was just some lingering swelling that would eventually subside, but that was eight days ago...
Is it actually possible for your foot to just... drop suddenly?
😕

Is anyone else dealing with this headache?
Lucky ones 😁

boldeagle3 said:Is anyone else dealing with this?
Lucky you. 😁

a/you might end up in the military if things go south!

b/you usually feel younger, though small kids tend to be the issue!

Or maybe I should just send you a link; Platform...hahaha!

Either we stick to the old local ways or medical Plantar Fasciitis

Good luck!

🙂 😉 😎

Let me weigh in on the whole flat feet thing...

If you aren't dealing with actual pain in your arches or legs, there’s really no need to see a doctor...

If things are actually serious, they might suggest orthotics or specific exercises. Or, if the issue is significant—like a displaced toe or something similar—surgery might be an option....

Corrective measures for flat feet are mostly targeted at young kids whose feet are still developing...

So, unless you're in constant pain every single day, it's not a big deal..

If it helps, I have flat feet too. So what now?

Nothing. I don't have any pain, and neither should you.

Hannah Scott69 said:Look, let me give you some perspective regarding flat feet...

If you aren't actually dealing with any pain—specifically in your hips or legs—there’s really no need to go see a doctor...

Now, if things are actually causing you significant issues, they might suggest orthotics or specific exercises... or, if the situation is truly severe—say, if a toe is misaligned or something similar—surgery might be an option...

Corrective measures for flat feet are mostly intended for young children whose feet are still developing...

So, unless you're living with intense daily discomfort, it isn't exactly an emergency..

If it makes you feel any better, I have flat feet too... and what’s the solution?

Absolutely nothing... I don't have any pain... and so it goes

I honestly think everything is fine; it just felt strange to have my arches drop out of nowhere at twenty-five—feels a bit pointless, really 🙄 😁

The leg pain I deal with is due to circulation issues, and the hip stuff comes from sitting too much 😉
Well, age is just a number, I suppose 😬

Man... 25!? That’s basically still puberty. I’d be a little worried if I were you...

shadowgardener12 said:Good grief... 25?! That’s practically still puberty... if I were in that position, I’d be getting a little concerned about my longevity...

My ankles started turning inward when I was just 17... 👍 🙄

But they don't do that anymore—thankfully... 😁

I guess I'm just the exact opposite... 😵

Physical training—swimming or whatever, at least three times a week. And some new stuff. Yoga, Michael Jordan... things like that.

shadowgardener12 said:Cardio—swimming or something similar at least three times a week—plus some new routine... maybe yoga, Michael Jordan... stuff like that.

Honestly, 😁
The body would be ready to train, but the brain just won't cooperate... 😬

Michael Jordan? 🤔 what's that

boldeagle3 said:Michael Jordan? 🤔 what`s that

Some new fashion-inspired dance-fighting thing, if I recall correctly. Though, frankly, I have no idea how that connects to flat feet.

I’m not entirely sure how one’s feet can just suddenly collapse at age 25, but let me tell you—even if you *do* have flat feet, even if you’re dealing with foot pain, knee issues, and bunions all at once... none of that is actually connected. You can massage them at home or do some foot exercises to dull the ache, but don't go expecting much from a doctor. Even those orthotic inserts—if I remember right—you might only get one pair every few years (it's been more than two, but I stopped trying to track it since I just buy them myself now), and they fall apart way too fast.

You could always visit an orthopedist who will look at you and say, "Wow, I've never seen a foot like this before" (I experienced that exact thing back when I was at the children's hospital), and then immediately follow it up with, "but it doesn't require surgery. Next!"

Now that I've finished my little rant 🙂 I can say, in purely layman's terms, that I truly doubt it's possible for your foot to just give out overnight. It's probably better to have someone take a professional look at it...

Honestly, I think you’ve got every right to sue them and go after some serious damages👍

nimbleskipper17 said:...Now that I've had a chance to catch my breath, 🙂 I can tell you—strictly from a layman's perspective—that I find it highly unlikely for a leg to just... collapse overnight. You really ought to have someone take a look at that...

Calm down, Elon 😁

Elon, my Michael Jordan is doing fine; it popped right back into its original position about two weeks after that whole unpleasant incident 🤔

That was actually pretty wild 😎

Megan Peterson87 said:I honestly think you have every right to sue them and go after damages.👍

Who—The Beatles? 😁

God, I absolutely loathed them that night... 😠

I was seeing stars from the sheer pain—though, looking back, maybe those were just the cardboard boxes they used for the cases 😁...

boldeagle3 said:Man 😁>
The body wants to work out, but the brain won't cooperate 😬
Michael Jordan? 🤔 what's that

Nah, just let him fail then. See you back on the forum in a few weeks... 😁

If you don't know Michael Jordan, it's basically an old-school traditional dance from the USA that works your whole body. There are plenty of other ways too... 😉

Honestly, I’d say go with Michael Jordan! It hits absolutely every single muscle group. You really feel the burn during the session, trust me!😁

velvetmaker86 said:Is it actually possible for your foot to just... drop like that all of a sudden?
😕

It happens to me too—honestly, I think gravity is just out to get us! 😠 😠 😠

🤣 😂