Back pain is one of the most common health problems reported globally. Despite the frequent complaints received from lots of patients, the exact cause of back pain still seems unclear. As a matter of fact, without knowing the main cause of the pain, it cannot be treated effectively. In most situations, it is mostly caused as a result of stress, backache, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Your feet can actually cause back pain. We understand that may sound strange, and you may be wondering how the feet connect with back pain. If you perform different daily activities such as going to the gym, spending much time at work on your feet, or even doing house chores, you can likely sustain back pain.
The feet provide support to the leg, which then transmits support to the lower back. Whenever a problem occurs to the feet, connected body alignment is likely to be impacted, which can disrupt movement, standing, and even posture.
In order to avoid discomfort in our daily lives, our holistic doctors at our clinic can provide you with an alternative way to ease your pain. Here in this article, we are going to enlighten you on how orthotics can be used to reduce your back pain caused by the feet and provide long-lasting comfort.
Impact of stress on your body’s kinetic chain
Have you thought about why a poor foot or ankle condition affects other parts of the body? You might seem skeptical upon hearing that foot orthotics can help lessen back pain, however, it is 100% true and effective.
Your feet are the weight bearer of your body. When the feet are not in the best condition, their pressure is unevenly distributed across your footwear, and their shock-absorbing abilities become deformed. This can further result in posture and gait abnormality, making other parts of the body overcompensate due to the feet’sb problem. Therefore, your back is subjected to more stress associated with movement.
The feet are located at the bottom of the body’s kinetic chain, making other parts of the body, such as hips, ankles, spine, knee, etc. to be easily vulnerable to the chain of pain if a complication occurs at the feet.
Common Foot Problems that cause back pain
Different foot complications can cause back pain. However, even a slight disturbance to your foot or ankle can threaten your overall health. Some of the frequent foot problems that can lead to back pain include but are not limited to;
Bunions
Over-pronation
Neuropathy
Plantar fasciitis
Over-supination
How orthotics work in easing back pain
Many holistic chiropractors recommend custom orthotics to treat different forms of pain, imbalance, and problems that can affect the whole body system. Common problems that may require orthotics include foot discomfort, joint pain, lower back pain, and posture disorder.
Custom orthotics are specially designed insoles that are placed into shoes to provide support and relief for pain, especially lower back pain. When you visit our clinic, our holistic chiropractor will scan and assess the three arches present in the feet and the impact of your weight on the feet. After that, they will check out your posture because it is believed that a patient is likely to readjust their posture in the process of compensating for the feet.
Upon completing your assessment, orthotics will be given to improve your feet’ proprioception and alignment, ensuring you have proper stability and comfort.
Why should I consider orthotics for back pain?
Often, people prefer going for pain-relieving tablets and other self-medications to ease back pain. In some cases, these methods are ineffective or provide only short-term relief. Custom orthotics help achieve immediate recovery and long-term relief for patients.
When you meet with a holistic chiropractor, they will consider your whole body before using custom orthotics to support, customize, and enhance the performance and functionality of the whole body. So if you are suffering from back pain, kindly visit a holistic chiropractor to carry out the necessary examination and determine the root cause of your pain.
Conclusion
Custom orthotics are very effective in helping most patients recover quickly from back pain. Irrespective of the kind of foot complication you might be suffering from, a holistic chiropractor can help stabilize the foundation of your body’s kinetic chain.
Dr. Paul has earned both a Bachelors and a Masters of Art from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL in Spanish Business Translation, and Language and Literature, while fulfilling premedical coursework. In 2003 he graduated from the National University of Health Sciences, in Lombard, IL, with a Doctorate of Chiropractic (DC) degree. He also graduated with a master of science (MSN) in nursing with emphasis as Nurse Practitioner.
If you’re looking for a chiropractor who goes above and beyond, Dr. Paul is your man. He gets to the root of your problem in a holistic and natural way. Doesn’t throw pills at you to test symptoms; he treats the cause. I always feel great leaving there and highly recommend this practice for all your chiropractic and medical (Dr. Paul is also a nurse practitioner!) needs.
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Dr Paul is the man! I’d refer him to anyone that is interested in improving their overall health and wellness. Super knowledgeable, attentive, easy to talk to, and open minded. I look forward to every appointment on my calendar and hope to keep seeing him for many years to come!
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If you’re looking for a chiropractor who goes above and beyond, Dr. Paul is your man. He gets to the root of your problem in a holistic and natural way. Doesn’t throw pills at you to test symptoms; he treats the cause. I always feel great leaving there and highly recommend this practice for all your chiropractic and medical (Dr. Paul is also a nurse practitioner!) needs.
Very impressed with this clinic. I've dealt with back pain for a long time and Dr. Paul is very helpful & patient. I'd recommend to anyone local who is having a hard time finding someone reliable.
Dr. Paul has made all the difference in the healing we have experienced! We are so grateful to him and all the staff.<br><br>Blessings to you all and your families!
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Excellent clinic. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful. The doctor consistently takes the time to listen and thoroughly understand any concerns. He looks beyond the surface of the issue and strives to identify and address the underlying cause.
Dr. Paul is amazing! I had an extreme pain in my hip flexor and unable to walk. After a fifteen minute session, pain was gone and I was able move without pain. Just wonderful staff and service. Highly recommend this place for chiropractic care.
Dr Paul and the staff are always a pleasure to visit.<br>Doc works on deep level issues beyond what my skeletal system is showing in the moment. He has extremely intuitive skills<br><br>I very much enjoy each visit
Magic, hung the moon, the goods, miracle worker. These are all ways I describe Dr. Paul; if I could put him in my pocket, I would. As a patient of his for nearly a decade, I can honestly say that he has changed my life.<br><br>I initially went to him for back issues because I had shoveled heavy snow and caused a past accident injury to flare up. He not only fixed that, but also resolved my IBS, which was something I truly thought I had to live with forever more.<br>To have such a sound balance of Eastern and Western medicine at my fingertips is a gift.<br>He takes time to educate you, which is so empowering. His commitment to emotional and mental health shines through with his monthly Wellness Group that gives you even more of an opportunity to learn how to "self-serve" on some of the more Eastern techniques, if you are interested.<br>Dr. Paul's focus and tenacity to make sure that his patients walk out of his office and back into their lives with a body/system that is fully functioning and working harmoniously is something I love about him. He doesn't stop working on an issue until it is resolved.
Staff are all very patient and nice. Not much of waiting time and Dr. Paul is great at what he does. The energy of the place starts to heals you from the moment you enter the door.
I cannot say enough about Dr. Paul and the entire team at Northstar Integrated Health. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt heard, respected, and genuinely cared for. Dr. Paul takes the time to truly listen to patient concerns, thoroughly investigates the root causes through appropriate testing, and offers real, effective solutions—not just temporary fixes to mask symptoms.<br><br>His approach is refreshing and empowering. He treats the body as a whole and focuses on reversing the actual causes of health issues. His depth of knowledge and commitment to healing are extraordinary. After years of frustration and disappointment with traditional doctors, I finally feel like I’m on a path to real recovery.<br><br>The staff at Northstar are equally impressive—kind, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to make patients feel comfortable and supported. My experience here has truly restored my faith in the medical system. I highly recommend Northstar Integrated Health to anyone seeking not just answers, but real healing.
Northstar chiropractor es el mejor lugar para terapias de espalda,te ayudan para las alergias es un buen equipo de trabajo el doctor Paul habla español allí mismo te puden hacer estudios de sangre, también te pueden hacer radiografías etc y lo mejor me siento en familia !! Gracias
Dr Paul and his staff address my health needs and concerns on every visit. Since I am very active and aging, my body needs attention ongoing and I get excellent care. I can always count on Dr. Paul to address and resolve my health concerns. Highly recommended to others.
Paul Rieselman has been my doctor for over 20 years. Recently he cured a skin condition via his vast expertise and homeopathic skills. I never expected to get my skin treated at a chiropractic office. In my opinion, this just proves that it Northstar has a multifaceted and very effective approach to healthcare.
Dr Paul is a wonderful chiropractor and very kind, patient human being !supportive of whatever you ask or want ,he explains and sits with you !<br>Never rushes you through to get the job done ,even if it's a longer drive for me,it's totally worth it!!
As always, Dr Paul helped me out a great deal! I crawled into his office but was able to walk out pretty steady. His manners, approach and willingness to help are priceless!
Doctor very friendly. Took plenty of time with us. Nursing staff was exceptional. Terry Stewart was friendly and professional and able to explain to us all the services Northstar offers!
Northstar is great. Dr. Paul and the staff are very pleasant and address all of your concerns. There are various therapy and treatment options available for all types of pain or illnesses. I look forward to my visits.
