Podiatry & Gait Management
The motion of the knee is influenced by what motion occurs at the foot, ankle and hip. It may be the case that your foot and ankle motion, or that the way you walk (your gait), is contributing to the dysfunction and pain in your knee. Podiatrists can help you modify your gait and/or fit you with custom shoes or orthotics to help alleviate knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms.
Custom Orthotic Inserts & Shoes
Custom shoes or orthotic inserts can alter the way your foot engages with the ground, and can change the alignment and loads placed through your ankle and knee. The shoe or insert can be designed to give relief to the worn and painful parts of your knee with the added benefit of providing shock absorption during walking.