The Connection Between Foot Alignment and Knee, Hip, and Back Pain

Your feet are the foundation of your entire body and when that foundation is off, the effects can travel upward fast. Poor foot alignment, whether from flat feet, high arches, or imbalanced walking patterns, can throw off your body’s entire posture. As your body tries to compensate, it often leads to pain in the knees, hips, and lower back. That nagging backache or aching knees after a long day? It could all start with how your feet hit the ground.

When your feet don’t provide proper support, the rest of your body pays the price. Misalignment causes joints and muscles to work harder than they should, leading to strain, inflammation, and chronic discomfort over time. The good news? A proper foot evaluation can reveal hidden imbalances, and with the help of custom orthotics, targeted therapy, or footwear adjustments, you can realign your stride and relieve pain from the ground up.

Pain in your knees, hips, or back might actually start with your feet. Take the first step toward total body relief book your appointment with Dr. Tehrani today.