Although most of us know that back pain is a common symptom, not everyone is aware that foot function plays a role in some cases of back pain.
How are your feet linked to hip and back pain?
Foot mechanics play a crucial role in overall body alignment, and issues with gait or foot asymmetry can contribute to back pain.
When the feet don’t function properly, such as excessive rolling in (flat feet) or differences between the left and right foot, it can affect posture, leading to strain on the knees, hips, and lower back.
Back pain can also be linked to Leg Length Discrepancy (LLD), where one leg is shorter than the other, causing imbalance and discomfort.
What can a podiatrist do for my hip and back pain?
At Elite Podiatry we have mastered techniques that help us identify, diagnose and treat hip and back pain effectively with a high success rate. We have a range of treatments available to help relieve and prevent such conditions and improve your quality of life.
If we find that your condition is more complicated and out of our scope of practice, we have a list of recommended practitioners that reflect our high standard of treatment, to whom we regularly refer to.
Please call us at Elite Podiatry to organise an appointment for an assessment, diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
