Short Foot - Foot Intrinsic Muscle Strengthening
Exercise Overview
The short foot exercise is used to strengthen the intrinsic muscles of the foot that help support the medial arch. It is commonly prescribed to improve foot control, balance, and alignment during weight-bearing activities.
Muscles Involved
Abductor hallucisFlexor hallucis brevisFlexor digitorum brevisQuadratus plantaeInterosseiLumbricals
Related Conditions
Pes planusPlantar fasciopathyPosterior tibial tendon dysfunctionFoot intrinsic muscle weaknessBalance deficitsOverpronation-related foot pain