Foot Drop & Fascia

This course delves into the dynamics of fascia, specifically through the lens of the five primary kinetic chains. Practitioners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how these chains directionally and relationally influence the origination and effective treatment of foot drop.Originally presented by Dr. Alan Smith on December 7, 2021, and sponsored by Foot Levelers, Inc., this program aims to empower attendees with practical knowledge for addressing foot drop conditions.

• •Understand the anatomical structure and functional role of fascia in the kinetic chains related to foot drop
• •Identify the five primary kinetic chains and analyze how they directionally and relationally contribute to foot drop dysfunction
• •Apply assessment techniques to determine which kinetic chain involvement is causing foot drop in individual patients
• •Develop treatment strategies that address fascia-based dysfunction across multiple kinetic chains rather than isolated symptoms
• •Integrate practical soft tissue and structural approaches to restore proper kinetic chain function and resolve foot drop conditions
• •Recognize the interconnected relationship between distant fascial restrictions and foot drop presentation