Not all feet are created equal!
Your feet are a complex system of 52 bones, 66 joints, 214 ligaments and 38 tendons and muscles. Even the smallest imbalance in your feet can cause pain. Left untreated, chronic foot pain can prevent you from leading the active lifestyle you desire.
Common types of pain that can result from poor foot function include – Plantar Fasciitis (arch pain), Achilles Tendonitis (rear foot pain), Heel Spurs (heel pain), Bunion Pain (big toe pain), hip pain and knee pain. Other conditions can develop as a result of poor foot function such as overuse injuries of the lower limbs, back pain, headaches and early onset arthritis due to abnormal wearing of the lower limb joints.
If you suffer from any of these conditions or would like to ensure your feet are functioning correctly, speak to one of our friendly Physiotherapists on 03 9716 2250 about GaitScan™.
GaitScan™ is a state of the art computer system that assists your Physiotherapist to assess and analyse your feet. This analysis combined with your Physiotherapists experience and knowledge enables them to determine whether you would benefit from wearing custom made foot orthotics.
Custom orthotics are biomechanical medical devices that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalances. Orthotics reduce stress and strain on your body by bringing your feet back into alignment. Custom orthotics fit comfortably in your shoes like insoles, with the advantage of being made from precise impressions of your feet.