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Foot Pain & Plantar Fasciitis

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What is plantar fasciitis?

At Muscle IQ physical therapy in provo We treat all types of pain for your feet!  Whether it is plantar fasciitis, chronic or acute ankle sprains or post-op foot and ankle surgeries, we are here to help!

You will receive a thorough exam looking at everything from your spine to your toes and everything in between in oder to fully identify all the factors that could be contributing to your foot pain.

When the foot hits the ground everything changes.  There are many components to foot pain and they can include problems with your low back.  If you are also having low back pain do not forget to mention this to the physical therapist.

The strength of the knee and hip muscles also plays an important part in foot pain.  Weak gluteus medius and weak vastus medialis muscles.

The physical therapist will also manually measure the strength of your ankle plantarflexion, dorsiflexion, inversion, and eversion motions.  And don't forget the toes.  The intrinsic muscles of the foot play an important role in proper functioning of the foot while walking and running.

Does it hurt to walk?  We can get you back to walking pain-free on the first visit.  How is that possible?  Our clinic  has three Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmills to help you immediately get back to pain-free walking today.

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What is an Ankle Sprain?

At Muscle IQ physical therapy in provo We treat all types of pain for your feet!  Whether it is plantar fasciitis, chronic or acute ankle sprains or post-op foot and ankle surgeries, we are here to help!

You will receive a thorough exam looking at everything from your spine to your toes and everything in between in oder to fully identify all the factors that could be contributing to your foot pain.

When the foot hits the ground everything changes.  There are many components to foot pain and they can include problems with your low back.  If you are also having low back pain do not forget to mention this to the physical therapist.

The strength of the knee and hip muscles also plays an important part in foot pain.  Weak gluteus medius and weak vastus medialis muscles.

The physical therapist will also manually measure the strength of your ankle plantarflexion, dorsiflexion, inversion, and eversion motions.  And don't forget the toes.  The intrinsic muscles of the foot play an important role in proper functioning of the foot while walking and running.

Does it hurt to walk?  We can get you back to walking pain-free on the first visit.  How is that possible?  Our clinic  has three Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmills to help you immediately get back to pain-free walking today.

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What is the Toe Pro?

Designed and manufactured in the USA, the ToePro Foot Exercise Platform is a specialized tool for enhancing foot health and leg strength. Its unique approach targets muscles in their fully extended positions, a method proven to produce significant strength improvements compared to conventional exercises. This focus on lengthened muscles leads to notable gains in performance that standard routines may not achieve.

 

Beyond strength building, the ToePro is particularly valuable for fall prevention in older adults. Research has shown that increasing the force exerted by the big toe can drastically reduce the risk of falls. A mere 1% increase in big toe force translates to a 7% reduction in fall risk, making this device an essential tool for those focused on maintaining balance and stability in later years.

 

By integrating the ToePro into a fitness or rehabilitation routine, users can expect improvements in both muscle endurance and injury resistance. Whether you’re an athlete looking to increase foot and arch strength or a senior aiming to improve mobility and safety, the ToePro delivers a comprehensive solution to meet these goals.

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