Can you naturally correct overpronation?

Yes, in many cases you can! While we always recommend first speaking with your doctor for a diagnosis and treatment plan, it has been shown that foot exercises, physical therapy, and wearing supportive footwear can help correct overpronation over time. In fact, there was a study completed on overpronated individuals that showed an improvement of their symptoms after a 9-week program of therapeutic exercises. Although it will take time, effort, and consistency, it is possible to correct overpronation in many cases!

How do you reverse foot pronation?

Reversing foot pronation requires commitment and consistency to an exercise program, guidance from a physical therapist, and wearing supportive shoes. It is possible to help correct or even reverse foot pronation, but it will likely be a lifestyle change in order to maintain healthy foot alignment.

What causes overpronation?

There are a variety of causes for overpronation, including having flat feet, low arches, or fallen arches. Those who work on their feet all day are also more likely to suffer from foot problems such as overpronation, flattened arches, and plantar fasciitis. In fact, it’s been found that up to 70% of teachers suffer from overpronation to varying degrees.

What is more common overpronation or underpronation?

Overpronation is more common than underpronation. It is estimated that a much larger portion of the population is prone to rolling their arch and ankle inward than outward.

How do I tell if I overpronate or underpronate?

There are a couple simple tests you can do at home to discover whether you over or underpronate. First, look at the wear patterns on your footwear. Those who have more wear on the inside overpronate and those who have more wear on the outside underpronate. Another at-home test is getting your feet wet and standing on a clean piece of white paper. Those who only see the outer edge of their foot are likely to have very high arches or supinate. Those who see their entire foot on the paper are likely to have lower arches or overpronate.

How long does it take to correct overpronation?

Any new muscle training program will take at least 6–12 weeks of consistent exercises to begin to see results. As mentioned above, there was a study completed on overpronated individuals that showed an improvement of their symptoms after a 9-week program of therapeutic exercises. Although it will take time, effort, and consistency, it is possible to correct overpronation in many cases!

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