FOOT AND ANKLE
Restoring Balance, Mobility, and Strength
At Therapy Nexus, we specialize in foot and ankle physical therapy designed to relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore function. Foot and ankle pain often stems from dysfunctions in the sacroiliac joint, hip, or lumbar spine. Improper footwear and biomechanical imbalances can also play a major role. Our comprehensive approach evaluates and treats these interconnected areas to provide lasting relief and improve movement efficiency.
Foot and Ankle Physical Therapy at Therapy Nexus
- Sacroiliac Alignment: Proper SI joint alignment is key to healthy lower body mechanics and stability. We use targeted manual therapy to correct misalignments contributing to foot and ankle dysfunction.
- Hip and Core Stabilization: Strengthening the stabilizing muscles of the hip and core creates a solid foundation for optimal foot and ankle performance, reducing compensatory stress.
- Hip Mobility Enhancement: Restoring hip mobility supports balanced lower limb movement and helps prevent strain on the foot and ankle.
- Lumbar Mobilization: Restrictions in the lumbar spine can disrupt gait and weight distribution, leading to chronic pain below the knee.
- Foot Biomechanics and Footwear Analysis: With 26 bones and numerous joints, the foot’s structure demands precise alignment. We assess your biomechanics and provide expert footwear guidance for both daily life and sport.
- Evidence-Based Care: Every treatment integrates the latest research to ensure safe, effective, and lasting results.
Common Conditions We Treat
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendinitis
- Ankle sprains
- Foot and ankle arthritis
- Flat feet (pes planus)
- High arches (pes cavus)
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Foot pain related to improper footwear
What to Expect
- Comprehensive Evaluation: We assess sacroiliac alignment, hip mobility, core stability, lumbar function, and foot biomechanics to identify the true cause of your pain.
- Personalized Treatment Plan: Your plan may include manual therapy, mobility work, strengthening, and footwear recommendations tailored to your lifestyle.
- Holistic Approach: Our methods treat the entire kinetic chain for total-body balance and long-term results.
- Education and Prevention: Learn strategies to maintain alignment, build resilience, and prevent recurring pain through smarter movement and shoe choices.
Research Supporting Our Approach
- Association of Hip and Foot Factors With Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper’s Knee) in Volleyball Players
Summary: Examines how hip and foot factors contribute to knee injuries, emphasizing the importance of addressing the entire lower kinetic chain.
- Leg and Joint Stiffness Adaptations to Minimalist and Maximalist Running Shoes
Summary: Explores how different shoe designs affect joint stiffness, highlighting the impact of footwear on performance and injury prevention.
- Strength Around the Hip and Flexibility of Soft Tissues in Individuals With and Without Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Summary: Investigates differences in hip strength and flexibility, underscoring how proximal strength affects lower extremity health.
Relieve Foot and Ankle Pain with These Exercises
Foot and ankle pain often stem from issues higher up the chain—like hip stiffness or lumbar dysfunction—or from improper footwear. Dr. Hilary and Dr. Wayne have curated a YouTube playlist of their go-to exercises to improve foot strength, mobility, and function.
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Why Patients Choose Therapy Nexus
At Therapy Nexus, we recognize that foot and ankle pain is rarely an isolated issue. Our comprehensive, evidence-based care restores alignment and function throughout the kinetic chain, helping you move confidently and pain-free. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or preventing future ones, we’ll guide you every step of the way.