Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2024
Abstract
Our perspective on stability and guidance are one of the many things that make Doctors of Running unique. I, Matt Klein, generally need at least mild stability in my footwear. Like many of our readers, I have continued to navigate and understand what a stability shoe is, what options there are out there, what actually provides stability/guidance and who stability actually works best for. Recent research has suggested that stability shoes tend to benefit those with a history of pronation-related injuries or who are unable to control the natural pronation motion during gait (Malisoux et al., 2016; Williems et al., 2021). One of the primary muscles responsible for controlling and that can be injured with poor control of pronation is the posterior tibialis. Those who experience pathology in this muscle/tendon often find relief and comfort with stability shoes and we have put together a guide on shoes that may help those who struggle with injuries or problems with this tissue.
Recommended Citation
Klein, Matthew, "Running Shoes for Posterior Tibial Tendon Problems" (2024). Faculty Publications - College of Physical Therapy. 152.
https://digitalcommons.georgefox.edu/pt_fac/152
Comments
Originally published on Matt Klein's website: Doctors of Running. March 2024.
https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/2024/03/running-shoes-for-posterior-tibial.html