Leg length discrepancy, also known as anisomelia, is a condition where two limbs are of unequal lengths. Most people have some degree of leg length discrepancy, but larger differences can affect well-being and quality of life by keeping you from participating in the activities you like. While differences in arm lengths often require no treatment, a leg length discrepancy can cause a noticeable limp or make it difficult to run or play. Correction can lead to more overall comfort and reduction of pain. However, many people out there have made many wrong assumptions about this condition and the treatment required to correct it.

Foot pain can be a result of several different causes. It is essential to find the right professional to diagnose and prescribe treatment to get relief. It’s no rocket science to understand how problems with your feet can trigger an adverse effect on the rest of your body, such as pains and muscle aches. A pedorthist is a professional who tends to various foot conditions and helps patients with pain relief. 

Like all professionals, we need to start somewhere. Every year Garnet Orthopedic Solutions offers to mentor a student for their Pedorthic placement. This consists of 8 months of leading the student through A-Z of the Pedorthic world while assisting them in meeting their educational goals and program criteria. We’ve been lucky to serve as a conduit for many students and get excited every year to see a fresh face, full of energy looking to move into a career as a Pedorthist! I love participating in this program. Although I’m the mentor, I find the protege always brings a new way of looking at the issues. I learn new things every time I am lucky enough for a student to choose us; through advances in research and technology, it’s hard to keep up with the advancements. A young mind full of potential a promise always pays dividends for us as a team, but mostly to our clients by keeping us thinking in the most modern mindset available. This year we welcome Sia Port, a fantastic addition to our team as an intern (for now)!

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