How Foot Issues Can Manifest in Your Knees or Back
These days, we demand efficiency. We want our phones to be fast, our coffee to be instant, and our healthcare to be precise. Yet, many of us are walking around on a “system” that is out of alignment, causing a ripple effect of pain throughout our entire body.
That system is called the Kinetic Chain.
If your feet are the foundation, the Kinetic Chain is the frame of the house. When the foundation shifts—due to flat feet, sports injuries, or poor footwear—the stress travels upward, twisting your knees, tilting your hips, and straining your lower back.
To fix the chain, you need more than just a guess; you need high-definition clarity. That is why our practice, Foot and Ankle Associates of Cleveland, has invested in the latest Digital X-Ray Technology.
The Digital Difference: Clarity in Seconds
Gone are the days of waiting for film to develop in a darkroom. In our modern, beautifully appointed office in Solon, we use cutting-edge digital imaging to see exactly what is happening beneath the surface.
- Instant Results: We can review your bone structure with you in seconds, right in the exam room.
- Low Radiation: Digital systems use significantly less radiation than traditional X-rays, making them safer for everyone—especially our pediatric patients.
- Zoom & Enhance: We can zoom in on hairline fractures or subtle misalignments that older technology might miss. This level of precision allows us to diagnose the root cause of your Kinetic Chain dysfunction instantly and accurately.
World-Class Expertise, Right Here in Solon
You don’t need to travel to a massive city hospital to get elite-level care. We have brought top-tier orthopedic expertise to the heart of our wonderful community.
Our lead podiatrist brings a level of training rarely seen in a private practice setting. As a former Chief Resident at the Cleveland Clinic, he spent years in the orthopedics department mastering complex trauma, reconstruction, and sports medicine.
- Trauma & Injury Repair: From fractures to tendon tears, we handle acute injuries with surgical precision.
- Pediatric Care & Flatfoot: We catch biomechanical issues early in children to prevent lifelong chronic pain.
- Diabetic Limb Salvage: Advanced care for our most vulnerable patients.
A Setting That Matches the Care
We believe your healthcare experience should be comfortable, not clinical. Our office reflects the charm and convenience of Solon—modern, clean, and welcoming. We want you to feel at ease from the moment you walk through our doors.
Realign Your Life
If you are dealing with unexplained knee pain, sports injuries that won’t heal, or just tired feet, let’s look at your foundation.
With our advanced digital diagnostics and Cleveland Clinic-trained expertise, we can map your Kinetic Chain and build a reconstruction plan that gets you moving pain-free.
Call Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland in Solon, Ohio, at (440) 903-1041 or contact us online to schedule a consultation. Dr. Craig B. Frey, Dr. Megan L. Oltmann, Dr. Jim Swienconek, and Dr. Courtney Yoder treat patients in Portage, Geauga, Cuyahoga, and Summit Counties, proudly serving Solon, Aurora, Bedford, Chagrin Falls, Hudson, Macedonia, and Twinsburg.