Is Your Foot Pain Coming From Poor Posture? Here’s How We Can Help

Have you ever felt foot pain but couldn’t figure out why? You might be surprised to hear that it could actually be coming from the way you stand, walk, or even sit! At The Foot & Lower Limb Clinic in Colne and Brighouse, we see this all the time — and the good news is, there’s a lot we can do to help.

How Poor Posture Affects Your Feet

Your body works like a chain — if one link is off, the rest has to adjust. When your posture isn’t right, it changes the way your feet move and carry your weight. Over time, this can cause:

• Heel pain

• Arch pain

• Ball of foot pain

• Sore ankles or knees

• Even hip or back problems

It’s all connected! For example, if your shoulders lean forward or your hips tilt to one side, your feet might roll in too much (overpronation) or roll out too much. That extra strain can lead to serious foot issues if it’s left untreated.

Common Signs Your Foot Pain Might Be Linked to Posture

Not sure if posture is the real problem? Here are some clues:

• You feel more pain after standing or walking for a while

• One shoe wears out faster than the other

• Your feet feel tired even after light activity

• You often get blisters, calluses, or corns

• You have recurring injuries like shin splints or plantar fasciitis

If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting it checked out.

How We Help You at The Foot & Lower Limb Clinic

At our clinics, we don’t just treat the pain — we look at the whole picture. Here’s how we can help you move comfortably again:

1. Full Posture and Gait Assessment

We use 3D gait analysis to spot hidden issues in the way you walk or stand. It’s like taking a slow-motion video of your body in action so we can find exactly where things are going wrong.

2. Custom Orthotics

Sometimes, a little extra support is all your body needs. We design custom orthotics (special shoe inserts) that help correct posture and take the pressure off your sore spots.

3. Rehabilitation Plans

We’ll guide you through simple exercises to strengthen weak muscles and improve your alignment. It’s amazing how much better you can feel with just a few minutes of the right exercises a day!

4. Footwear Advice

Wearing the wrong shoes can make posture problems worse. We’ll help you find the right footwear for your feet and your lifestyle.

You're Not Alone — We’re Here for You

Our team has spent years helping people just like you walk away from foot pain​. Whether it’s playing football with his family or walking the hills around Colne, he knows how important healthy feet are for enjoying life​.

At The Foot & Lower Limb Clinic, we believe every patient deserves to feel hopeful, confident, and listened to​. If your posture is causing your foot pain, don’t worry — with the right care, things can get better.