This week on The Confident Body Show, host Michael Dermansky is joined by podiatrist Dr. Abbie Najjarine to explore the connection between foot health, biomechanics and the way the whole body moves.

Dr. Najjarine shares his personal journey from experiencing chronic pain as a child to studying engineering and eventually becoming a podiatrist after finding answers to his own pain. His experience shaped his belief that understanding the cause of pain is just as important as treating the symptoms.

Michael and Dr. Najjarine discuss how foot mechanics, including pronation and ground reaction forces, can affect the alignment and movement of the rest of the body. They also explore the Nardurin Biomechanical Assessment System, which Dr. Najjarine developed to help identify underlying mechanical issues and guide more personalised treatment, including the appropriate use of orthotics.

The conversation also covers the importance of early intervention, particularly in children, and how genetics, footwear and individual foot mechanics can influence long-term foot health.

Whether you're experiencing foot or lower-limb pain, considering orthotics, concerned about your child's foot development or simply want to understand how your feet affect the rest of your body, this episode offers valuable insight into looking beyond the symptoms and understanding the bigger picture.

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