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As the foundation of the musculoskeletal system, the feet influence the stability, performance, comfort, efficiency and endurance of the entire body. Yet while feet comprise one quarter of the bodyÕs bones, they are often neglected, making them susceptible to injury and structural defects. Poorly fitting shoes, repetitive motion and high-impact exercises can cause a wide range of problematic conditions, including corns, calluses, blisters, stress fractures and muscle cramps. These conditions in turn can negatively impact the entire body, resulting in everything from acute knee and ankle injuries to spine and hip misalignments. Orthotic therapy corrects and controls the motion and position of the feet, encouraging the normalization of joint interaction along the bodyÕs inseparably connected kinetic chain.
Through orthotics, Dr. Wonson balances the entire body to achieve structural and functional harmony. Working with each patient on an individual basis, custom-fit orthotic inserts are prescribed and molded to correct deficiencies while providing a flexible, contoured and stable environment for the feet. Special consideration is given to individual factors such as weight, activity level and musculoskeletal integrity, while a support level is prescribed to correlate to each patientÕs overall condition, lifestyle and physiology. By correcting and maintaining functional alignment of the feet, Dr. Wonson helps heal existing imbalances while preventing future injuries.
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