The Technique Approach To:
Foot & Ankle Pain
Here at The Technique PT, we’ve helped many people suffering from hip pain, which often involves the lower back too. We include the sacral region and pelvic pain in this category because the spine, pelvis, and hip are so closely connected.
Common issues include bursitis or tendonitis in the hip muscles – conditions we see frequently and problems which won’t go away on their own. Structural issues like labral tears or hip impingement may occur due to abnormalities in the joint structure, leading to pain during specific movements. Trauma, such as fractures or dislocations from falls or accidents, is also a frequent cause, particularly in older adults.
Muscle imbalances, poor posture, or weak core muscles can exacerbate hip pain by placing additional stress on the joint. Identifying the root cause is vital for effective treatment and recovery.
What Are The Symptoms Of Foot and Ankle Pain?
While symptoms of foot and ankle pain can vary in intensity depending on the cause, it’s common that you will experience aching, sharp, or stabbing pain that is worse first thing in the morning. You might experience tenderness, bruising, or a burning sensation in the affected area. Conditions like arthritis may bring chronic stiffness and inflammation, and nerve-related issues can result in numbness, tingling, or radiating pain.
Foot and ankle pain can significantly impact daily life. Simple tasks like walking, standing, or climbing stairs may become challenging. It can also limit your ability to partake in exercise or enjoy the sports you once did, leading to frustration and a sedentary lifestyle.
At The Technique PT, we know how important it is for you to perform – whether that means sprinting after your kids, running your next half marathon or even taking a leisurely 5K.
If untreated, these limitations can worsen, affecting overall mobility and quality of life. That’s why it’s crucial to see a therapist who uses manual therapy techniques to help relieve your symptoms and get to the root cause of what’s causing the pain.
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What Is Our Approach To Treating Foot and Ankle Pain?
At The Technique PT, we don’t simply alleviate your symptoms (although that is, of course, a priority), but instead explore what is causing these symptoms, fixing this issue at the source. Alongside our manual therapy techniques, we also provide taping if it’s needed, and we’ll teach you how to follow a balance program. This helps develop your proprioception and strengthens the stabilizing muscles in your ankle and hip. We always work up the chain, incorporating your core and training you in various planes of motion.
We don’t just focus on one type of movement, we prepare you for all motions including rotational and side-to-side movements, which are especially important in sports.
Our goal is to guide you from the beginning of your recovery to the very end and beyond. Maybe you’ve tried ankle braces, online sleeves, all the creams, or even spent weeks in a boot, and now everything feels weak. That’s when it’s time to come to The Technique PT – to take your recovery to a deeper level.
We take a very holistic approach because these imbalances can throw off how you walk and run. Our goal is to teach and coach you to get back on the road again. You may have already tried knee braces, topical creams, or even injections, but our comprehensive approach goes beyond that. It includes manual therapy, cupping, targeted stretching, and a strong, evidence-based strength program. With this approach, we’ll help you get to where you want to be.