Exercises for heel spurs

A common disease of the foot is the so-called heel spur (calcaneus spur). It affects 10 percent of adults. The most frequent occurrence (prevalence) of the disease is found in women between 40 and 60 years of age. Men are affected less frequently. Heel spurs are non-physiological bone attachments in the area of the calcaneus. … Exercises for heel spurs

Physiotherapy for shin splints

In the case of tibial edge syndrome, also known as shin splints, physiotherapy is an important component of conservative therapy. An experienced physiotherapist will draw up a treatment plan tailored to the individual patient by using specific exercises and massage techniques to relieve the pressure from the affected structures of the shin bone. The aim … Physiotherapy for shin splints

Physiotherapy for foot malpositions

Foot malpositions, no matter in which form or degree, are a serious problem that needs to be treated. Due to the asymmetry of the leg axis caused by the malposition, consequential damage to other joints, such as knee and hip, but also problems with the spine can occur without treatment. Physiotherapy is a suitable therapeutic … Physiotherapy for foot malpositions

Physiotherapy/exercises: hollow foot | Physiotherapy for foot malpositions

Physiotherapy/exercises: hollow foot A hollow foot is characterized by muscular dysbalance of the foot and lower leg muscles, which causes the longitudinal arch of the foot to be disrupted (lifted). Exercises against a hollow foot are the following: Stand with your heels on a step so that your toes extend beyond it. Now shift your … Physiotherapy/exercises: hollow foot | Physiotherapy for foot malpositions

Summary | Physiotherapy for foot malpositions

Summary In summary, it always depends on the individual symptoms of the patient as well as the underlying disease to which physiotherapeutic measures are applied. However, most foot malpositions can be brought under control and corrected with the appropriate therapy. All articles in this series: Physiotherapy for foot malpositions Physiotherapy/exercises: flat foot Physiotherapy/exercises: hollow foot … Summary | Physiotherapy for foot malpositions