Pronation Distortion Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
what is pronation distortion syndrome?
A
A postural distortion syndrome characterized by foot pronation (flat feet) and adducted and internally rotated knees
2
Q
what muscles are TIGHT during pronation distortion syndrome?
A
Gastrocnemius Soleus Peroneals Adductors lliotibial head Hip flexor complex Biceps femoris (Shortened)
3
Q
what muscles are WEAK during pronation distortion syndrome?
A
Anterior Tibialis
Posterior Tibialis
Vastus Medialis
Gluteus Medius Maximus Hip External rotators (lengthened)
4
Q
possible injuries with pronation distortion syndrome
A
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior tibialis tendonitis (shin splits)
Patellar tendonitis
Low-back pain (OUCH)
