Tissue Stress Biomechanical Assessments / MSK Podiatry

Many foot and lower limb problems are caused by excessive stress placed on muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints during walking or standing. Tissue Stress Biomechanics focuses on identifying where these excessive forces occur and why they develop.

Understanding these mechanical stresses allows treatment to be directed at the underlying cause rather than simply relieving symptoms.

What does the assessment involve?

A detailed musculoskeletal examination assesses your posture, joint movement, muscle strength and foot function. We will also discuss your symptoms, activity levels and footwear to build a complete picture of how your body is moving.

This comprehensive assessment helps identify the tissues responsible for your pain.

Evidence-based treatment

Treatment may include exercises, footwear advice, activity modification and bespoke orthotics designed to reduce excessive stress on the affected tissues.

The aim is to relieve pain, improve function and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.