Physical Therapy · Specialty
Foot Pronation
Pronation is when the middle of the foot collapses inward, often called flat feet or low arches. Our physical therapists can check your child’s alignment and recommend or fit an orthotic during a screening, and refer families to an orthotist for custom bracing.
Offered atOrland ParkNaperville / Aurora
What is foot pronation?
Think of your foot as being the foundation of your house. Flaws in the foundation can cause damage to the rest of the structure. Pronation is when the middle of the foot collapses inward. This is sometimes referred to as “low arches” or “flat feet”
Why should we address my child’s pronation?
Improper foot alignment can cause:
- Muscle imbalances
- Abnormal walking
- Abnormal bony alignment
- Bunions
- Shin splints
- Plantar fasciitis
- Injury
- Foot, ankle, knee, hip, back, neck and/or shoulder pain
What can be done?
Generally, an over the counter orthotic can support the arch. In some cases, custom orthotics are recommended.
Who will help my child?
Please consult with our licensed Physical Therapists to determine if your child would benefit from orthotics. Our Therapists can fit you for and recommend a specific orthotic during a screening. Please call to schedule an appointment! For custom bracing we refer families to orthotist Gwen Ansier at Hanger Clinic, whom we consult with regularly.
Foot Pronation near you
Foot Pronation is offered at BDI Playhouse Children's Therapy – Orland Park and BDI Playhouse Children's Therapy – Naperville / Aurora. Families come to us from Orland Park, Orland Hills, Tinley Park, Mokena, Frankfort, New Lenox, Naperville, Aurora, North Aurora, Montgomery, Oswego, Plainfield and nearby suburbs.