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Did you know that 80% of us have some kind of foot problem!
The average person takes between 8,000 and 10,000 steps per day. In addition many of us engage in activities such as running and aerobic exercise. Prolonged standing and poor posture can also put increased stress on our feet and cause them to be overworked. The foot and ankle must provide support and shock absorption while at the same time balancing the body. Therefore dysfunction at the feet may have consequences throughout the entire body.

Take this test:

Do you stand or walk on hard surfaces for more than 4 hours daily?
Do you participate regularly in any physical sport? (Basketball, golf, tennis, baseball, bowling)
Are you age 40 and over?
Have you had previous injury or currently experiencing knee, back, neck or hip pain?
Do your shoes wear unevenly?
Do you have joint pain while standing, walking or running?
Is one of your legs shorter than the other?
Do you have knock knees or bow legs?
Do you have obvious foot problems? (Bunions, corns, flat feet, etc)
Do you “toe out” when you are walking?

Your specific condition will be determined by Dr. Tahir after a complete examination which may include: analyzing your gait, feet, posture, checking your shoes for improper wear and possible x-rays. Dr. Tahir will provide you with a conservative (non-surgical) treatment program to help you feel and function better. Manipulation (adjustment) of the foot will help stabilize your postural foundation and to help relieve related stress and pain. Orthotics may be necessary as well as muscle therapy.

Typical foot problems include:
Plantar fasciitis
Heel Spurs
Pes planus (flat feet)
Metatarsalgia (pain in the ball of the foot)
Bunions
Achilles tendonitis

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