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| Below are some of the more common symptoms that can be
developed due to improper foot biomechanics. All of these problems can be helped
by Aerodyn orthotics.
Lower Back & Hip Pain
Foot pronation causes internal leg rotation. This has the effect of tilting
the pelvis forward and increasing the curve in the lower back resulting in aching
and stiffness. |
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Knee Pain
Internal rotation of the lower leg due to
over pronation of the foot results in a change of alignment between the upper
leg bone (femur) and the lower leg bone (tibia). This alters the "tracking"
of the kneecap (patella) with subsequent irritation behind and around the patella.
Pulling, aching or sharp pain around the front of the knee is the result.
It is also common to develop cartilage, ligament, muscle and tendon injuries
of the knee when the foot pronates excessively. |
Shin Splints
This term encompasses a variety of overuse injuries in the shin area. Due to
medial weight bearing and rotation of the leg, the muscular structures within
the leg become fatigued and overused. Controlling this rotation with Aerodyn Orthotics
reduces stress in this area.
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Heel Pain (Heel Spur Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis)
Because the arch flattens out excessively in an overpronated foot, the long
ligament under the arch becomes stretched with inflammation occurring where the
ligament attaches under the inside of the heel bone (calcaneus). Traction of the
ligament is significantly reduced by supporting the arch of the foot with Aerodyn
Orthotics. |
Achilles Tendonitis
As the foot rolls inwards,
the heel leans inwards too. Since the Achilles tendon attaches to the back of
the heel, vertical alignment of the heel is important for Achilles tendon and
calf function. Aerodyn Orthotics hold the heel as close as possible to vertical
and therefore alleviate this painful problem. |
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Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
Bunions are caused
by overloading of the inside of the ball of the foot as the foot pronates. Holding
the heel vertical allows control of the rest of the foot too, reducing medial
forefoot loading. Added to this the arch supporting ability of Aerodyn Orthotics
and it can be seen that the progression of bunion deformities can be significantly
slowed. |
Other
There are many more complaints which can be put down to improper foot biomechanics.
We have listed some of them here:
Iliotibial band syndrome, hamstring tightness/injury, calf tightness/injury,
ankle pain, recurrent ankle sprains, Sever's disease, 'growing pains', arch pain,
midfoot pain, claw and hammertoes, corns and calluses, neuromas, stress fractures,
tendonitis, tarsal tunnel syndrome, compartment syndromes.
More Common Symptoms
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Please consider Aerodyn Orthotics if you have any of the above
complaints. Supporting the foot around its neutral position can
provide relief and prevention.
Please feel free to email us if you have any specific enquiries.
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