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.

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.

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.

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.