Conditions
Pigeon Toe/ Out Toe walking
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Approximately 85% of the population exhibits either pigeon-toed or out-toed walking patterns.
Pigeon-toed (inward toeing) can result from:
- Internal torsion of the shin bone
- Tight groin muscles
Out-toed (outward toeing) is typically linked to:
- External torsion of the shin bone
- Tight gluteal or external hip rotator muscles
Both conditions affect how a person walks, and understanding their causes can help in addressing any related issues.
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Symptoms
Symptoms are generally visual but could have pain associated such as pain (s) in the hip muscles, groin pains, knee pains, shin pain and foot related pains.
Assessment
A thorough biomechanical and physical assessment is recommended to identify the alignment of both feet.
Treatment
Options include:
- Gait plate orthotics to assist with the alignment
- Proper footwear for stability.
- Foot mobilization to realign foot bones.
- Manual therapy treatments that include stretching, stretching and releasing muscles.
