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Foot Dysfunction/Orthotics

The foot is the body's articulation with the earth, and if the foot is not stable, both structurally and functionally, the proximal function becomes impaired. A foot that overpronates can result in plantar fascitis, shin splints, valgus stresses to the knee with early degeneration of medial compartment, hip bursitis and degenerative joint disease.

Walking on a foot that has functional hallux limitus or is supinated can result in achilles tendonitis, chronic ankle sprains and instability, lateral knee pain, iliotibial band syndrome or piriformis syndrome.

Leg length discrepancies can cause pelvic unleveling resulting in sacroiliac joint dysfunction, uneven loading and early degeneration of the facets and intervertebral discs causing sciatica and low back pain.

Physical therapy in conjunction with gait training and proper orthotic intervention can restore proper load distribution through the joint, improve joint stability and increase freedom of movement.