Bridges Between the Asymptomatic Foot and the Symptomatic Patient

It should always be determined during consultation whether the patient’s symptoms become worse with standing, running and other weight-bearing activities, regardless of the chief complaint. Many low back conditions are not optimally treated because the problem is diagnosed primarily within the lumbar spine. It may be hyperlordosis leading to facet syndrome, but the question, "Why is the hyperlordosis present?" must be asked and answered.