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When problems occur in the feet, it can cause many problems throughout the kinetic chain, such as the legs, hips, and back. Learn about back problems here and how they can be treated by addressing the underlying conditions in the feet.

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  • A woman in a dark room, with her lower back glowing red, signalizing pain.

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    5 Best Orthotics to Aid With Your Lower Back Pain

    Lower back pain is a leading cause of pain globally. In America, as many as 8% of adults have chronic back pain that limits their daily activities. While there are several treatment methods, one - as yet underused - approach to managing lower back pain is the use of orthotics.

  • a man standing in front of a window with his hands on his hips

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    Can Flat Feet Cause Back Pain?

    The feet connect with the floor and carry the weight of the body as we go about our daily activities. If there is an imbalance stemming from the feet, it can have a negative effect on the rest of the body.

  • Man holding lower back in pain

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    Orthotics for Helping With Back Pain

    Back pain can be incredibly problematic due to the level of work the spine does daily. Any back issue, no matter how little, must be addressed promptly because it tends to get complicated if not treated quickly. While back pain can be caused by several factors, sometimes it occurs because of foot…

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    Can orthotics cause sciatica?

    Babafemi Adebajo · Expert answer

    Ideally, orthotics should provide pain relief for different kinds of foot pain. However, in cases where the orthotics do not fit properly, it can distort the body mechanics and cause sciatica. To avoid this, it is best to opt for custom orthotics. A custom insole factors in the shape of your foot, f

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    Can foot orthotics cause back pain?

    Hosea Machio · Expert answer

    Wearing insoles, or removable inserts that are inserted in shoes, is frequently wrongly assumed to cause lower back pain. However, insoles can assist to alleviate your back pain by addressing the fundamental cause of the problem, including flat feet. Flat arches, for example, have an impact on the a

    5.3k views · Last answer Dec 2021

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    Can orthotics help with degenerative disc disease?

    Hosea Machio · Expert answer

    Yes! Spinal conditions foot orthotics can help manage back pain caused by non-neurological causes. If you’re having issues with your lower back, have a look at the bottoms of your favorite shoes. You can usually tell your walking pattern by looking at the tread wear. Foot orthotics may help you mana

    4.5k views · Last answer Dec 2021

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    Do orthotics help relieve back pain?

    Hosea Machio · Expert answer

    Custom foot orthotics are helpful for a wide range of problems, including Lower Back Pain! Custom foot orthoses have been shown to considerably improve pain and disability scores, according to current medical literature. Custom foot orthoses can be used to control foot motions that can travel up the

    2.7k views · Last answer Dec 2021

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