The Role of Your Feet in Your Posture and Back Pain
When you think about back pain, you might picture your posture at your desk or lifting something the wrong way. But what if the root of your pain isn’t in your back at all—what if it starts in your feet?
Your feet are your foundation. How they align and function can have a ripple effect through your ankles, knees, hips, and spine. At Ferro Foot & Ankle, we see this connection every day. And we know that sometimes, fixing foot mechanics can lead to big relief in unexpected places.
The Foundation of Good Posture
Each step you take sets off a chain reaction in your body. When your feet are properly aligned, weight is distributed evenly and your muscles and joints stay balanced. But when your arches collapse, your ankles roll in, or your gait is off, it can cause compensations all the way up.
That can lead to:
Lower back pain
Hip tightness
Knee strain
Muscle fatigue or joint inflammation
Over time, even a small misalignment can throw your whole posture out of balance.
Common Foot Issues That Impact Alignment
Some of the most frequent foot conditions we treat that influence posture and back pain include:
Flat feet or fallen arches
High arches that don’t absorb shock well
Overpronation (ankles rolling inward)
Uneven leg length from foot structure
You might not notice these issues right away—but your back does.
What You Can Do
The good news? We can help identify and correct these issues. At Ferro Foot & Ankle, we offer gait analysis and biomechanical assessments to see how your feet are functioning.
Based on our findings, we may recommend:
Custom orthotics to support arches and correct misalignments
Stretching and strengthening exercises to improve posture and reduce muscle tension
Footwear guidance to ensure your shoes work with your body, not against it
Pain Doesn’t Always Stay in Your Foot
Your body is connected—and that means foot pain can radiate into your legs, hips, and back. You might not think to visit a podiatrist for back pain, but understanding how your feet move can be a crucial part of the puzzle.
Foot pain doesn’t always stay in your foot—we’ll work together to find what’s best for you.
Let us help you restore balance from the ground up, so you can move with more comfort and confidence every day.