Foot problems though common are confusing. They are a part of the body which we use constantly yet when there is an injury, it is confusing to try and treat. At physical therapy, we teach you how to stretch and strengthen your entire foot so that you can overcome common foot problems.
Foot problems can be a real disaster. One of the most common problems is plantar fasciitis. This occurs as the plantar fascia band in the arch of the foot swells and causes pain. Pain can be produced then in the balls of your feet, in the arch, and in the heel giving overall foot pain for the patient at every step.
Our feet are shock absorbers containing over 26 bones, 33 joints, and 5 tendons and are able to cushion one million pounds of continuous pressure during only 1 hour of exercise. While running and walking, our feet support 1.5 times our bodyweight and therefore, it is no surprise that sometimes, we experience foot pain.
