One of the more common problems I see is arch pain. Arch pain when snowboarding is usually due to excessive flattening of the arch during a turn. As the foot flattens it gets longer, leading to a stretch of the ligaments and muscles on the bottom of the foot leading to snowboarding arch pain. read more
Arch foot pain is pretty common for snowboarders. Unfortunately most recreational riders don't know what causes it or how to deal with it. Most arch pain is due to ones personal foot structure. Those with high foot arches seem to suffer the most foot pain in my beginner lessons. Rental boots just don't offer the support their foot needs. read more