Pronation and Morton’s Toe
“Pronation” is the most important term used in any discussion of how the foot works. The most common reason for people to have foot problems is due to an abnormal amount of Pronation. However, a certain amount of Pronation is absolutely needed for the human foot to work properly.
Pronation allows the shock of our body weight to be absorbed when the foot meets the ground. Pronation also makes it possible for the foot to adapt to all of the different surfaces we walk on. This adaption (pronation) is only supposed take a moment so the foot can slow down in order to adjust to its new walking surface. If it takes longer than a moment for the foot to adjust, then the foot will begin to abnormally pronate. If this happens it starts a “chain reaction” that puts the foot under a lot of abnormal stress and strain, causing Bunions, Heel Spurs, Plantar Fasciitis, Corns, Calluses, Ingrown Toenails, and numerous other foot problems. This stress and strain can also be the reason for many aches and pains over all the body.
A Morton’s Toe will result in a lack of proper stabilization of the foot when it is needed. This instability is the major reason the foot will abnormally pronate and cause most of the problems that I write about. You can read more about pronation and the Morton’s Toe in the Resource section.
