Comments from a Physical Therapist
Most of us are aware of the importance of posture in relation to our health and well-being. Some may be aware of the connection of the posture of our feet in relation to the rest of the body. As the saying goes, “When the foot hits the ground, everything changes”.
Most people tend to abnormally pronate and as a result may develop some form of overuse injury or pain elsewhere in their body. Some abnormal pronators use orthotics in an attempt to correct their faulty foot mechanics. My experience with orthotics is that they are overused as a treatment modality and do not appear to get consistent results with patients. The most popular complaint I get in my clinic after orthotics are prescribed is the development of sacroiliac joint pain
Proprioceptive Insoles: No, these are not orthotics!
Posture Control Insoles (PIs) address the Rothbart foot structure. I have experimented with PIs and have become impressed with the results, so much so, that I now use them in my clinic.
Michael Jocson PT, MS, OC
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Comments from a Brazilian Physical Therapist
