Orthotics are devices worn in shoes or runners and are designed to correct foot and ankle alignment. Orthotics can assist in changing pressure on certain parts of the foot, therefore relieving symptoms. Orthotics assist in relieving foot and ankle pain, but also in relieving pain further up the kinetic chain, such as lower back. Mechanical issues in the foot such as over pronation and increased ligament laxity, negatively affects how a person stands, walks and runs. The foot cannot provide effective support each time you step or stand. This in turn can lead to pain in any weight bearing joints such as knees, hips and the lower back. For example, … Continue reading Can Orthotics help Lower Back Pain?