Dear reader
Did you know that there are 26 bones in each human foot? Multiply that by 2 of your feet and you have 25% of the bones in your whole body from a total of 206!
90% of adults have a condition called pronation and 10% sup nation.
Look down at your feet. Do they roll in towards the middle of your body? That’s pronation. If you roll onto the outside edges of your feet that’s called supination. People with high arches usually have this condition.
Pronation messes up your knees. And then travels up to your hips, sacroiliac joints and even all the way up to your jaw.
Supination contributes to the development of painful neuromas between any of the five long bones that join to your toes, but usually between your third and fourth of those metatarsal bones.
And the flattening of your metatarsal or transverse arch contributes to the development of hammer toes.
The arches of your feet start forming at the age of 3 or 4 and are fully formed by age 7.
Muscles don’t come into play to support your arches until the load is 400 pounds. So the idea that you can do exercises to improve your arches is false unless you weigh 400 pounds or more.
The only way to protect your feet and the rest of your body from fallen arches is with custom-made flexible, orthotics. And your right foot is different than your left foot usually so you need a customized orthotic for each of your feet for best results.
Footlevelers is the company I use to get the best results for my patients. Footlevelers was founded in 1952 by a chiropractor, Dr. Monte Greenawalt, who understood that the three arches of your foot: inside, outside and under the ball of the foot, need to be supported - not just the inside arch that you usually find in shoes and over-the-counter arch supports.
Most podiatrists build hard, plastic orthotics that defeat the shock-absorbing ability of the arches of your foot and put extra strain on the balls of your foot. Hard orthotics amplify shock 5 to 7 times. 5 Gs of shock with each heel strike translates to 5 Gs of shock at your jaw.
Footlevelers are so well-liked that only 2% are returned. They have been making people happy with their 72 years of experience and innovation.
Here are signs to look for to see if you will benefit from flexible, custom-made orthotics.
1. Foot flare
2. Knock knees
3. Bowed Achilles Tendon
4. Flat feet
5. Uneven heel wear on shoes
If you travel close to my office in downtown San Rafael, CA schedule a 3-D Laser Foot and Body Scan to learn the story that your feet have to tell. The normal $75 fee will be waived and you will receive a complimentary scan when you mention this blog.
If my office is not convenient, go to footlevelers.com to search for a doctor in your area who can provide this valuable service for you and your loved ones.
As always, here’s to your best health!
Dr Linda
FUN FACT
Footprints are as unique as fingerprints. Just as our fingerprints are unique to each individual, so are our footprints. The ridges, creases, and patterns on the soles of our feet are distinct for each person. This uniqueness is one of the reasons why footprints are often used in forensic investigations and as a method of identification.
Footprints can reveal information about a person’s gait, foot size, and even the presence of certain medical conditions. When analyzing crime scenes, investigators rely on the individuality of footprints to link suspects to the scene or establish an alibi. This fascinating aspect of feet highlights their potential to solve mysteries and provide valuable clues in criminal cases.
Dr. Linda Berry Healing Arts Chiropractic Nutrition Trauma Healing
Please note: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care. Always consult with your healthcare provider for advice before you begin taking new supplements. You are responsible for all of the health choices you make.
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