Support Your Feet and Improve Your Overall Health

At Ponte Vedra Beach Chiropractic, Dr. David Slossberg, Chiropractic Physician, emphasizes the importance of healthy feet for overall body alignment and posture. Misaligned feet or compromised arches can create imbalances that affect the knees, hips, pelvis, spine, and neck, leading to pain, inflammation, and joint degeneration. Custom orthotics are a key solution to stabilize your feet, correct alignment, and improve your overall health.

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Common Foot Misalignments

  • Overpronation (Flat Feet) – The arch collapses and rolls inward excessively, disrupting natural movement.
  • Supination (High Arches) – Poor shock absorption increases stress on knees, hips, and lower back.

Causes of Overpronation

Proper arch function distributes forces evenly through the legs and spine. Overpronation can be caused by:

  • Loose ligaments causing foot instability
  • Leg length discrepancies (anatomical or postural)
  • Weak foot, ankle, hip, or core muscles
  • Chronic injuries, such as sprained ankles
  • Excess weight or obesity
  • Worn-out or unsupportive shoes
  • Repetitive high-impact activities like running or sports
  • Poor walking or running mechanics

How Overpronation Affects Your Body

Overpronation can lead to:

  1. Plantar Fasciitis from excessive arch collapse
  2. Heel Spurs from chronic plantar fasciitis
  3. Bunions, Hammer Toes, Morton’s Neuromas from increased stress on the toes
  4. Achilles Tendonitis due to excessive stress
  5. Osteoarthritis in foot joints
  6. Medial Knee Osteoarthritis and meniscus problems from internal rotation
  7. Tight lateral thigh muscles increasing hip stress
  8. Pelvic misalignment affecting the lower back
  9. Thoracic spine and shoulder stress from compensatory movements
  10. Cervical spine strain leading to poor posture and neck pain

How Custom Orthotics Help

Custom orthotics are designed to match the unique anatomy of your feet, providing:

  • Arch stabilization to prevent overpronation
  • Cushioning and shock absorption
  • Support for proper walking mechanics
  • Compatibility with most footwear, including sandals, flip-flops, and sports shoes

Combined with chiropractic adjustments and physical rehabilitation, orthotics can maximize pain relief, improve balance, and support overall alignment.

Benefits of Custom Orthotics

  • Pain relief in feet, ankles, knees, hips, lower back, and neck
  • Injury prevention through improved foot stability
  • Reduced risk of joint degeneration and osteoarthritis
  • Better posture and body alignment
  • Enhanced walking mechanics and gait efficiency
  • Improved athletic performance
  • Supports chiropractic care for long-term health

Are Custom Orthotics Right for You?

If you experience chronic pain, poor mobility, or want to enhance athletic performance, custom orthotics may be the solution. At Ponte Vedra Beach Chiropractic, we provide personalized consultations to determine the best orthotics for your needs.

Ponte Vedra Beach Chiropractic
Dr. David Slossberg, Chiropractic Physician
820 A1A N., Suite W12
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Call (904) 285-2243 to schedule your custom orthotics consultation today.
Book online at www.pontevedrabeachchiro.com
Email: pvbchiropractic@gmail.com

Take the first step toward pain-free movement and better posture—schedule your custom orthotics appointment today!