ABSTRACT
The foot and ankle is a complex structural system. Motions at joints during gait are a function of bony repositioning. The foot serves to support and propel the body, transfer forces from the ground, and provide rotation for adaptations on uneven terrain. Dysfunctions of the foot have numerous origins, which are broadly categorized as either injury or pathology. It is crucial to properly treat foot and ankle anomalies, as they may lead to pain, further dysfunction, and erosion of proximal ability.
