Foot Clinic · Conditions
Back, Knee and Ankle Pain Linked to Your Feet
Your feet are the foundation for everything above them. When they do not function well, the effects can travel to your ankles, knees, hips and back.
Understanding the condition
About back, knee & ankle pain
Abnormal foot mechanics, such as excessive pronation or a leg-length difference, can change how forces travel up the leg with each step. Over thousands of steps a day this can contribute to shin splints, knee pain, hip pain and lower back discomfort. A biomechanical assessment identifies whether the feet are part of the problem, and our Foot Clinic and rehab teams work together where both are needed.
Common symptoms
- Knee pain that worsens with walking or running
- Recurring ankle aches or instability
- Shin splints
- Hip or lower back pain after standing
- Pain that is worse in certain shoes
Common causes
- Overpronation or flat feet
- High, rigid arches
- Leg-length difference
- Worn or unsupportive footwear
- Muscle imbalance or weakness
How we treat it
Our approach at Tread Well
01
Gait analysis
We assess how your feet and legs move while you walk, often recording video, to link foot mechanics to your symptoms.
02
Custom orthotics
Orthotics correct faulty mechanics and can reduce strain on the knees, hips and back.
03
Coordinated rehab
Where muscle weakness or joint issues contribute, our physiotherapists and chiropractor work with the Foot Clinic on a shared plan.
Who treats this condition
Our Registered Chiropodists assess and treat this condition at 3305 Harvester Road. You may book directly with the practitioner of your choice.
Back, Knee & Ankle Pain: common questions
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Book an assessment for back, knee & ankle pain
Most new patients prefer to call. Reception can advise which practitioner is best suited to your concern and arrange a suitable time. Online booking is also available if you would prefer to book directly.
3305 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario L7N 3N2