The foot, being a very complex structure, can be the source of pain in the ankles, knees, and hips. Through a comprehensive assessment of your foot, posture, and gait, your podiatrist is able to provide a complete explanation of the mechanism underlying your injury or pain.
Gait and posture analysis is a thorough evaluation of how you walk and how you stand. This assessment helps identify biomechanical abnormalities that may cause pain or affect your mobility.
Myth
The cause of knee pain has to be a knee problem.
Reality
On the contrary, if you are experiencing pain in your knees, it is very beneficial to have your feet checked also. Because feet and knees are related through a chain reaction, any misalignment in your feet can cause pain in your knees.
It is beneficial to see a podiatrist if:
- You suspect you have a foot misalignment
- You have pain in your feet, knees, ankles, hips
- You have a painful corn underneath your foot
- Your shoes are wearing off unusually
- You are trying to have better sport performance
- You are trying to get back to a sport
- You are starting a new sport
