Assessing Foot Pain and Injury

Foot pain and injury can be evaluated by checking the foot carefully from side to side. The foot is a complex structure made of many bones and joints. It gives the body flexibility, serves as the main point of contact for walking, and helps absorb shock.

Because the foot supports the weight of th...

The structure of the foot makes it uniquely suited for ambulation and shock absorption. It also provides flexibility on uneven terrain.

A foot is composed of three units: hindfoot, midfoot and forefoot. The hindfoot is formed by the calcaneus and talus. These bones form the subtalar joint, which allows for the foot inversion and eversion. ...