Foot Overpronation: What Is It And How Is It Treated?
Foot overpronation is a very common concern for runners. It consists of the foot turning inwards when walking or running. This causes the tread to be different than normal, causing it to first hit the outer edge of the heel on the ground.
The best way to distribute the weight evenly is to support the entire heel first. Then the tip of the foot is supported, as if rolling. Overpronation can increase the risk of injury. For example, it is associated with a higher frequency of ankle sprains and tendonitis.
What is foot overpronation?
Before we start talking about foot overpronation it is important to understand what pronation itself is. It is a physiological mechanism in which the foot rotates inward when walking or running. In this way, the foot cushions and absorbs the impact that occurs when stepping.
However, sometimes this mechanism is excessive. Foot overpronation usually occurs when muscles are weak or fatigued during running. This causes the foot to turn too far inward. Tendons and ligaments begin to be under greater tension than usual.
Foot overpronation is synonymous with overpronation. It is considered to appear when the foot exceeds 12 degrees of pronation. In some cases it can be influenced by poor footwear or by walking in high heels for a long time.
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