Flat Foot Treatment Process
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for patients with flat feet please watch the video for full details.
- 1st Visit - Evaluate your condition, review x-rays, and perform a walking evaluation to determine the cause of your condition. Start working to reduce inflammation, reduce tightness and reduce stress through your foot.
- Orthotics - Orthotics are useful to stabilize the heel position, help with posture and reduce excess movement of the foot that can increase stress in the area of the plantar fascia.
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Daily Rituals - These are the daily rituals that can be used with other office-based treatments. Towel stretch before getting out of bed (30-second stretch 3 times), foam rolling (10 minutes 2x a day), icing or contrast baths (10 minutes 2x a day), anti-inflammatory for 2 weeks at a therapeutic dose (if not doing shockwave), stable shoes and orthotics, Oofos sandals in the house, and avoid going barefoot.
- Brace - At times I recommend an off-loading brace to reduce pressure on the tendons and move the pressure to the lower leg region.
LEARNING RESOURCES
RESOURCES
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Shockwave (EPAT) - Information about shockwave therapy to promote the natural healing of your own body.
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Orthotics - Explanation of how and why orthotics help foot pain.
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Icing and Contrast Bath Instructions - Here is information on how to ice your foot.
- Foam Rolling Exercises - Instructional video for foam rolling.
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Oofos - Recovery sandals to wear at home for more support.
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Shoe Recommendations - Here are my shoe recommendations and shoe-related resources.
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Short Foot Exercises - Exercises to help with strengthening your feet.
- Walk Hero Insert - Effective temporary over the counter insert.
PRODUCTS
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