Foot/ankle

by Ryan Nosak MS, CSCS

A deep squat is one of the most functional and foundational movements we can do. It’s not just about strength; it’s about mobility, balance, and control. And if you’re struggling to hit proper squat depth or find your heels popping […]

by John Schaefer PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

We’ve all been there – you’re in the middle of an activity, a sporting event, or simply going about your day when suddenly, you misstep or land on something unexpected. Your foot twists awkwardly, and you end up with a […]

by Taryn Beaumont PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L2, CNC

When you hear the word ‘spur’, does your mind go to that funny looking object on the heel portion of cowboy boots? Well with or without fancy cowboy (or cowgirl) boots, our body can develop ‘spurs’ of its own, especially […]

by Taryn Beaumont PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L2, CNC

Did you know that there are a total of 33 joints in the foot alone that make it work and operate?! Our bodies are amazing! However, if one of those joints is having an “off day”, doesn’t have the mobility […]

by Tommy Mandala PT, DPT, SCS, OCS, CSCS

Nearly everyone has heard of the term Plantar Fasciitis. In popular culture, any kind of foot pain is often lumped in with the loose term plantar fasciitis. On the other hand, its lesser-known cousin, posterior tibial tendinopathy is rarely discussed […]

by Lyndsay Provencio PT, DPT

“Grounding”, also known as “Earthing”, refers to the direct connection with the Earth through bare hands or skin. It has long been used by many cultures with the thought and subjective report that walking barefoot on the Earth can enhance […]

by Taryn Beaumont PT, DPT, CLT, CF-L2, CNC

“Oh no, my foot is asleep!” We all know what this feels like. We wake up with our feet numb and tingly, sometimes even painful, and it can take several minutes to come back to normal sensation once we’ve moved […]

by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS

So you fell and twisted your ankle and your foot swelled up like a balloon. You find out you have an ankle fracture and you’re sidelined for 4-6 weeks in a cast. Time goes by, you see the doctor and […]

by Michael Lau PT, DPT, CSCS

Turf toe injuries many times are left improperly managed and can lead to chronic pain, reduced push-off strength, and eventually joint deformity if left untreated. Turf toe describes an injury to the bottom surface of the big toe joint, known […]

by Chris Lefever

So something has sparked your interest in the soleus. If I’m taking a guess, a physical therapist has probably encouraged you to strengthen your soleus, or a massage therapist has found it’s a “problem area” for you while performing soft […]

by [P]rehab

The function of the foot is extremely important to the overall musculoskeletal function of the body.  The foot is the base of support for most everyday activities. Like a game of Jenga, if the base is not solid, the entire […]

by Craig Lindell PT, DPT, CSCS

Limited ankle dorsiflexion has been associated with a whole host of lower extremity injuries including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, calf strains, shin splints, patellofemoral pain, IT band syndrome, and even ACL injuries. Additionally, limited ankle mobility manifests itself as a […]