The Intrinsic Foot Muscle

This class will serve as a brief introduction to the diagnosis and management of common foot conditions and disorders seen in your patients due to a weak foot floor. Discussion of common adult clinical presentations in the office, including plantar fasciitis, ankle sprain, pes planus, and foot drop, will be presented with a focus on using custom orthotics to help manage these conditions. This course was originally presented by Dr. Jennifer Illes on May 24, 2022, and was sponsored by Foot Levelers, Inc.

• •Identify the anatomy and function of intrinsic foot muscles and their role in foot stability and biomechanics
• •Recognize clinical presentations of weak foot floor including plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, pes planus, and foot drop
• •Apply diagnostic techniques to assess intrinsic foot muscle weakness in patient evaluations
• •Evaluate the appropriate use of custom orthotics in managing common foot and ankle conditions
• •Develop treatment strategies that address underlying foot muscle dysfunction rather than symptoms alone
• •Implement patient education and home care recommendations for strengthening intrinsic foot muscles