Do flat feet disquaify?

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  1. FlatFootMom

    FlatFootMom 5-Year Member

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    My son is very interested in applying to the Naval Academy. This past fall he was prescribed custom arch supports for flat feet. Does anyone know if this is disqualifying?
     
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    marvin7794 5-Year Member

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    no he is not
     
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    SeaMars 5-Year Member

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    From DODMERB
    D223.20 (Disqualifying code): History of Pes Planus [flat feet]

    I have no idea whether this is a disqualification that is waivable. Many disqualifiers are. Read the FAQs in the DodMERB subforum, and contact Mr Mullen for clarification.
     
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    kp2001 10-Year Member

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    Flat Feet used to be a huge disqualifier from service; however, over recent time this stance has changed and it is not quite the same.

    In general flat feet will not disqualify one from service; however, "symptomatic" flat feet may. Larry Mullen in the DODMERB section can give you a better idea as to recent trends; however, the fact that he needs custom supports isn't the best of signs depending on why they were prescribed.

    Best advice: contact Larry Mullen
     
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