Can a Podiatrist Help with Knee, Hip, or Back Pain?
When you think of a podiatrist, you might picture someone who only treats foot and ankle problems. But did you know that issues with your feet can actually affect your knees, hips, and lower back? It’s true—poor foot mechanics often lead to pain in other parts of the body. That’s where a podiatrist comes in.
How Foot Problems Cause Pain Higher Up
Your feet are the foundation of your entire body. If there’s an issue with the way your feet move or the way they’re aligned, it can cause a chain reaction.
For example:
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Flat feet or fallen arches can cause your legs to rotate inwards, putting extra stress on your knees and hips.
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Overpronation (rolling your foot too far inwards when walking) can throw off your posture and lead to back pain.
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Limb length discrepancies, bunions, or other structural foot issues can create an uneven gait, straining muscles and joints in the legs and spine.
How a Podiatrist Can Help
A podiatrist can assess your biomechanics, identify irregularities in how you walk or stand, and provide personalised treatment to improve alignment and relieve pain.
Common treatments include:
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Custom orthotics to support your feet and correct imbalances
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Footwear advice tailored to your gait and foot structure
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Gait analysis using pressure plates or video tools to assess how your body moves
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Rehabilitation exercises to strengthen muscles and improve stability
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Referrals or collaboration with physios or other health professionals when needed
Signs Your Pain May Be Linked to Your Feet
Consider seeing a podiatrist if you experience:
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Ongoing knee, hip, or back pain with no clear cause
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Pain that worsens with standing, walking, or exercise
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A history of foot problems, like flat feet, bunions, or plantar fasciitis
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Uneven shoe wear or feeling “off-balance” when walking
Prevention Is Key
Addressing foot issues early can help prevent chronic joint or postural pain down the track. Even small adjustments—like supportive shoes or custom orthotics—can make a big difference to your comfort and mobility.
Stay on Your Feet with Foot HQ Podiatry
At Foot HQ Podiatry Miranda, we take a holistic approach to foot health. If you're dealing with knee, hip, or back pain, our team can assess whether your feet are the root cause and create a tailored plan to get you moving pain-free.
📍 Suite 1, 28–30 Urunga Parade, Miranda NSW 2228
📞 Call (02) 8520 8818 to book your appointment today.
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