Finding Lower Back Pain Relief with Custom Orthotics
Lower back pain plagues plenty, and it stems from a diverse set of causes, too. While many treatments target the back, a growing consensus has determined that a full-scale approach should focus on the feet as well. At Advanced Feet and Ankle Care, we’re glad to see that trend develop because one cause of back pain is often critically underestimated: Faulty biomechanics.
That sounds way more complicated than it actually is! For this blog post, we’ll demystify the issue a bit by exploring the therapeutic role of custom orthotics, specialized insoles that can resolve foundational problems, alleviate lower back pain, and improve your quality of life.
Lower Back Pain: A Complex Issue
Numerous factors contribute to lower back pain, so let’s start at the root of the issue.
A few common causes include posture problems, muscle imbalances, and spinal misalignment.
Ultimately, it all comes down to the fact that the body is interconnected; dysfunction in one area can lead to compensatory changes elsewhere, worsening pain and strain.
The Feet's Role in Back Pain
The feet are the foundation of the kinetic chain, so many potential concerns regarding weight, motion, and balance can be traced to them.
Abnormalities in foot structure or movement often ripple throughout the body, impacting joints, muscles, and posture.
Issues like overpronation (excessive inward rolling) can disrupt alignment and contribute to lower back pain.
Orthotics for Foot Biomechanics
One method that can help reduce pain all over: The use of custom shoe inserts, also known as orthotics. Unlike generic insoles, orthotics are tailored to individual needs.
Podiatrists assess factors like foot structure, gait mechanics, and pain patterns to design orthotics addressing the underlying issues contributing to lower back pain.
By correcting foot misalignments and improving biomechanics, they provide support, stability, and proper alignment.
Orthotics can also redistribute pressure and reduce strain on the feet, ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.
Personalized Care, Customized Inserts
If you’re considering using them to resolve or manage your back pain, we’d love to help you find the perfect fit!
Dr. Jason Grossman, Dr. Yaakov Tropper, and Dr. Paul A. Osemene will be happy to assist at our comfortable, convenient offices in Old Bridge, Sayreville, and Freehold. Call (732) 679-4330 to schedule your appointment, or contact us online today!