My daughter is a gymnast. Both of her feet are farely flat and both overpronate. Currently she is nursing, in her right foot, sprained ligaments in the area of her navicular bone. We have invested in a good pair of tennis shoes designed for overpronators. What, if anything, can she wear during gymnastics (remember that she is barefoot)? Would an ankle brace be of any help?

Yes an ankle brace would be helpful but you will want a brace that also goes around the arch of the foot.

Sincerely,

Suzanne Belyea, DPM, C.Ped.
Medical Director