What type of foot is most commonly associated with overpronation?

The type of foot most commonly associated with overpronation is indeed flat feet. Overpronation occurs when the foot rolls inward excessively during walking or running. Individuals with flat feet, also known as pes planus, often have a lower arch or no arch at all, which can lead to increased motion in the foot structure. This lack of support can cause the arch to collapse more than it should during weight-bearing activities, resulting in overpronation.

In contrast, high-arched feet (cavus feet), tend to be more rigid and may actually lead to underpronation or supination, where the foot rolls outward. Normal arched feet provide a balanced structure that effectively absorbs shock and stabilizes movement, making them less prone to overpronation. Therefore, flat feet are clearly linked to this condition because their structural characteristics predispose individuals to the excessive inward rolling motion commonly seen in overpronation.