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Ankle Pronation - dropped arch - orthotics
Signs or Symptoms
- Pain or chronic ache in the ankle. Instability when walking
Description
Over-pronation is a common biomechanical problem that occurs in the walking process when your arch collapses on weight bearing. This causes inflammation of the plantar fascia, causing severe discomfort and leading to other foot problems.
Causes
Obesity, pregnancy or repetitive pounding on a hard surface can weaken the arch leading to dropping of the arch.
Standard Treatment
Orthotics are fitted to correct the dropping of the arch.
AK Approach
The muscles of the foot and ankle are evaluated for proper function. Corrections are aimed at normalizing the muscle functioning of the foot. Therapy is then aimed at strengthening the ligaments and muscles of the foot and the need for orthotic support. The type of orthotic is very important. Hard rigid orthotics do not allow the bones of the foot to move as you walk. Of the shelf orthotics are custom fitted to your foot to supply the support you need.
Nutritional therapies aimed at increasing factors that would lead to relaxing the muscles and reducing any inflammation is considered.
Other lifestyle modifications are used to prevent or minimize exacerbating the condition. A specific program for your needs is created.