Orthotics in Nashville, TN
Athletes put intense and constant pressure on their weight-bearing joints, including the many joints and supporting tissues in the feet. When your arches experience too much or unnatural strain, you may notice pain not only in your feet but also in your ankles, knees, and lower back. That’s when chiropractic orthotics from Donelson Chiropractic Clinic can significantly improve your ability to stay competitive.
How Sports Injuries Affect the Feet and Other Structures
Normally, the arches of the foot distribute your body weight to reduce strain on the feet and other weight-bearing joints. Unfortunately, the arches themselves are not always structurally normal. High arches (over supination) or flat feet (overpronation) can cause stress and inflammation in the plantar fascia, the tissue that supports the shape of the arch. The result is a painful overuse injury called plantar fasciitis. Untreated arch imbalances can also place abnormal stress on the knee, hip, or ankle structures.
Athletes with arch support problems are at higher risk for injuries. They put extra pressure on their feet when running, jumping, or supporting heavy loads, which can cause tissue strain. Overpronation can also lead to sports injuries like toe fractures and shin splints.
Orthotics and Supportive Care at Donelson Chiropractic Clinic
Dr. Rewan Amedi can restore balance to unbalanced arches through the use of orthotics. These shoe inserts conform to your individual feet, providing the right degree of cushioning in the right areas to normalize your weight distribution and ease the strain on your arches. These corrections can also help to straighten out your posture, reducing low back pain, knee pain, hip pain, and other common sports afflictions.
Orthotics often complement a holistic sports injury recovery program that also features other drug-free, non-surgical methods. Our chiropractic team may recommend spinal adjustment or other kinds of therapy to help you get the greatest benefit from your orthotics. Amedi may also recommend changes to your workout regimen, sports technique, or everyday lifestyle that can help you maintain optimal musculoskeletal balance and avoid future sports injuries.