Orthotics Pick Up Where Your Feet Leave Off

When your foot rotates too far inward with each step that is taken, this may be a sign of a low arch or "overpronating". The pressures from overpronation may eventually break the foot down and certain symptoms can develop. If other medical complications are involved, the areas that undergo the most pressure caused by this improper foot movement may escalate into other foot and health concerns. 

Bunion Pictured

(Bone and Soft Tissue Changes)

Forefoot Compensation

A common development of overpronation are the structural changes of bone and soft tissue.  When this occurs, often the foot is irritated by certain shoe gear, standing for long periods of time, or strenuous sports activities. These factors may accelerate the structural breakdown.

Bunions - The forefoot spreads and widens at the big toe joint.

Flat Foot - The arch is unable to support the foots structure and collapses inward.

Plantar Faciitis - The plantar fascia which runs under the foot from the heel to the forefoot becomes inflamed.

Callus - Additional layers of skin form at pressure points. 

Lower Body Structure  

Because of structural deficiencies in your back, hips, legs, and knees, your feet may be compensating for the inability of that part of the body to perform its function correctly.  This can cause pain throughout the entire system.

In / Out Toeing - A development in children that causes the inward or outward rotation of the foot, knees, and legs.

Joint Problems - The feet, ankles, knees and hips have too much or not enough range of motion.

Limb Length - There is a measured difference between the bones on the left and right side of the

body. 

In-toe Pictured

Diabetic Ulcer Pictured

Medical Complications  

The foot is especially compromised by some diseases that limit sensation and slow the ability for the body to heal.  Friction from walking may cause minor abrasions that can go unnoticed in a compromised foot. Minor cuts and sores can escalate into greater health risks.

Diabetes - Associated foot symptoms can cause a loss of sensation in the feet and slow the healing process.

Vascular Disease - Heart conditions limit blood flow to the feet which may slow healing.

Arthritis - Joints may become inflamed and subsequently can be destroyed.

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