The Foot-Knee Arthrokinetic Relationship
Carsten Scheibye
Orthotics I Biomechanics I Gait Analysis I Diabetic Foot Care I Foot Posture I Orthopaedic Rehabilitation I Foot Insoles
Traditional methods of treating knee-specific injuries involve addressing the symptoms of the problem rather than the cause, which in most cases, is the result of weak biomechanical functioning of the feet.
The structure of the knee functions as a one-way hinge which separates the upper and lower leg, limiting its ability to adapt to uneven forces, unlike the foot.
A study by Levinger et al. observed a reduction in medial joint loading in people suffering from knee osteoarthritis who walk with greater foot pronation.
This was determined to be a consequence of increased rearfoot eversion, rearfoot internal rotation and forefoot inversion; all associated with reduced knee adduction moments during the stance phase of gait ................ Continue reading on mass4d.com: The Foot-Knee Arthrokinetic Relationship
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Former General Manager at Pedorthic Association of Australia (PAA). Climate Change advocate and strong supporter of renewable energy
7 年Yes a great write up. How often do you see people wearing a knee brace (off all kinds) and the corresponding foot being maligned? As a parent I read my children a book which stated in cartoon form " the hip bone is connected to the thigh bone, the thigh bone is connected to the knee bone, etc etc and unfortunately, many forms of medicine treat still treat symptoms rather than causes. This form of education Carsten needs to continue. Well done.
Prosthetics Orthotics Clinician at Limb Care Nepal Pvt. Ltd
7 年Great write up.. . Thanks for knowledge sharing
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7 年Important to always look at the hip as well.
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7 年Good article...