I am wondering if the pain is from my feet and how they rest on the ground.
2007-02-21 07:05:02 · 4 answers · asked by KC25 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I suppose it is possible that orthotics could help your posture enough to help with lower back pain but I'd be skeptical. Check with your family doctor first and see what s/he says. Posture is important in helping your back - as is strong stomach muscles. Tuck your tummy in and do some pilates to strengthen the abdominals.
2007-02-21 07:16:15 · answer #1 · answered by Santal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Orthotics may provide some relief, however they are not likely to be the only cause for the symptoms. The feet are part of a closed kinetic chain, meaning issues in the feet can change the way that the knees function, which can change the way the hips function, and the hips can then change the way that the lower back functions. So the bottom line is that orthotics can change the way the foot funcitons, so therefor can change the lower back.
I would advise you to consult a chiropractor for a structural evaluation of the lower back. Many chiropractors can and will fit their patients with orthotics also, but they are much more knowledgeable regarding the lumbar spine.
2007-02-21 09:47:55 · answer #2 · answered by Doctor B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even if it is see a chiropractor to align the shoulders, hips, etc which will have the feet more balanced.
Pain can be referred from places other than the head. This deals with headaches but the principle works for all kinds of pain.
Muscles get knots called trigger points. These make the muscles tight causing them to press on nerves and other thing.
#1 The first thing is to take a couple swigs of molasses or eat a couple of bananas. They contain magnisium and potassium both of which muscles need.
#2 WATER she should be drinking 1/2 gallon minimum. The head of neurology at UCDavis likens a body running low on water to a car running low on oil (the engine can seize).
Get a good (deep tissue) massage (to loosen the trigger points) on the back, shoulders and neck. Make sure to press up at the base of the skull where it meets the spine.
You rub or lightly scratch everywhere on your head. You will hit spots that are tender these are trigger points. The idea is to rub across them 6-12 times per session up to six times per day until they go away.
For more information on trigger points read The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies.
2007-02-24 21:58:35 · answer #3 · answered by Keko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They could help. If you do a lot of standing, walking all day, good supportive shoes are the key. You could also buy an over the counter orthotic for the inside of your shoes (check Dr. Scholl's) as they can relieve some of the pressure on your joints
2007-02-24 20:27:36 · answer #4 · answered by Kenner 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋