The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should See a Pedorthist
It is not always obvious how important our feet and the mechanics of how our bodies align are until we start to experience pain or
Stress Fractures
Don’t let constant pain slow you down, or stop you from doing the activities you love.
What are Stress Fractures?
Stress fractures are the formation of micro cracks in the bone due to overuse or repetitive stress. They are most common in the lower legs and feet including the tibia, fibula, calcaneus (heel), metatarsals, and navicular. The commonly present as the result in a sudden change in the amount or type of activity.
Symptoms:
- Pain
- Tenderness upon palpation
- Pain with activity that generally subsides with rest
- Swelling over the affected area
Risk Factors:
- Sudden increase in activity amount or type
- Sex: females at greater risk (commonly thought to be due to increased Q-angle of the hip and femur)
- Diet: lack of calcium or vitamin D in diet can affect bone density, thus increasing risk
- Over pronation
- Improper footwear for shock absorption
Treatment Options:
- Time: usually takes 6-8 weeks
- Activity modification to allow for proper healing
- Proper shoes and/or orthotics to help with alignment and absorb shock
- Surgery: in severe cases
- See a kinesiologist - activity modification
What are the next steps?
Book an appointment with one of our Certified Pedorthists to determine a personalized treatment plan to help you Move Well, Be Well.
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