Your feet influence how you walk, run, stand, and transfer force through the body.
Each foot contains many small bones and joints. If those joints become stiff, painful, or difficult to control, you may change the way you move. These changes can affect the ankles, knees, hips, or lower back.
An assessment can look at your gait, foot mobility, strength, and footwear. Some patients benefit from guided exercises, joint mobilization, or a change in shoe support. Custom orthotics may be useful for specific problems, but they are not necessary for everyone.
For athletes and everyday walkers alike, the goal is comfortable movement and appropriate load distribution. Addressing the foot as part of the whole movement system can make a care plan more specific.
This article offers general information, not a diagnosis or an individual treatment plan. Ask a healthcare professional about questions specific to your health.
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