ORTHOTICS AND BACK PAIN
Back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, and often the cause isn’t just in the spine, it starts with your feet. Poor foot mechanics can lead to imbalances in posture and gait, placing stress on the knees, hips, and lower back. Custom orthotics can help correct these issues and provide lasting relief.
Key Insight:
Orthotics work by aligning the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. This helps distribute weight properly, stabilize posture, and reduce compensatory stress on the lower back — addressing one of the overlooked causes of chronic back pain.
Contact Us:
Dr. Peter Britton, DC & Dr. Alyssa Lenox, DC
1111 N. Northgate Way
Seattle, WA 98133
Phone: 206-523-2225
Appointments can be made on our website: https://intouchwithhealthseattle.com/home
Sources:
The Effects of Foot Orthoses on Low Back Pain and Disability in Patients with Pronated Feet – Arab AM, Nourbakhsh MR, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2011
Custom-Made Foot Orthoses Improve Pain and Function for People with Chronic Low Back Pain – Castro-Méndez A, Munuera-Martínez PV, et al., Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, 2013
Effectiveness of Foot Orthoses to Treat Plantar Fasciitis and Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review – Hawke F, Burns J, Journal of Foot and Ankle Research, 2009