Comprehensive Guide to Pedorthics in
Physical Therapy Practice with Complete
Verified SOLUTIONS UPDATED!!!
, lOMoAR cPSD| 47061011
Comprehensive Guide to Pedorthics and
Biomechanics in Physical Therapy
Introduction
Pedorthics involves the design, manufacture, modification, and fit of footwear,
including custom foot orthoses (commonly known as orthotics), to alleviate
problems caused by disease, congenital condition, overuse, or injury. Physical
Therapists integrating pedorthics into their practice can profoundly impact the
management of various foot and lower extremity conditions.
Common Diagnoses and Treatable Conditions
Plantar Fasciitis
Symptoms: Heel and/or arch pain, particularly worse after periods of non-weight-
bearing (NWB) and may increase with prolonged walking or standing.
Causes: Mechanical origin, often due to abrupt activity changes, poor shoe fit, or
muscle tightness and weakness.
Common Treatments: NSAIDs, ice, injections, physical therapy for modalities and
exercises, taping, footwear/orthotic adjustments, night splints, and
immobilization.
Diagnostics: X-ray or diagnostic ultrasound are used to rule out other conditions .
Tibialis Tendonitis/Dysfunction
Symptoms: Localized tenderness along the posterior tibial tendon
(PTT), pain during palpation of the medial deltoid or spring ligament.
Commonly Associated with: Planus feet (flat feet), leading to poor gait quality and
lack of forefoot propulsion.
Physical Therapy Practice with Complete
Verified SOLUTIONS UPDATED!!!
, lOMoAR cPSD| 47061011
Comprehensive Guide to Pedorthics and
Biomechanics in Physical Therapy
Introduction
Pedorthics involves the design, manufacture, modification, and fit of footwear,
including custom foot orthoses (commonly known as orthotics), to alleviate
problems caused by disease, congenital condition, overuse, or injury. Physical
Therapists integrating pedorthics into their practice can profoundly impact the
management of various foot and lower extremity conditions.
Common Diagnoses and Treatable Conditions
Plantar Fasciitis
Symptoms: Heel and/or arch pain, particularly worse after periods of non-weight-
bearing (NWB) and may increase with prolonged walking or standing.
Causes: Mechanical origin, often due to abrupt activity changes, poor shoe fit, or
muscle tightness and weakness.
Common Treatments: NSAIDs, ice, injections, physical therapy for modalities and
exercises, taping, footwear/orthotic adjustments, night splints, and
immobilization.
Diagnostics: X-ray or diagnostic ultrasound are used to rule out other conditions .
Tibialis Tendonitis/Dysfunction
Symptoms: Localized tenderness along the posterior tibial tendon
(PTT), pain during palpation of the medial deltoid or spring ligament.
Commonly Associated with: Planus feet (flat feet), leading to poor gait quality and
lack of forefoot propulsion.
