Foot and ankle pain

with advice from Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy, HealthWest Physical Therapy, and In Motion O.C.

Did you know that there are 24 bones, 34 joints, and more than 100 ligaments, tendons and muscles in each foot and ankle? That’s a lot that needs to work together in order to support the entire body as you move around every day.

If something is wrong with one part of the structure, it can create pain that might radiate throughout your body. Foot pain can lead to a limp or adjusting your gait and posture, which then affects your knees, hips and back.

Your physical therapist is an expert in understanding why your feet may be hurting and knowing what treatments will be helpful. To learn more about some of the most common causes of foot and ankle pain, read the full entry at physiquality.com!