Elite Baseball Development Podcast 198. Dr. Ryan Hansen on Healthy, High-Performing Feet
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Aug 20, 2024 Dr. Ryan Hansen, a chiropractor and manual therapist specializing in foot and ankle health, dives into the critical relationship between foot health and athletic performance. He shares insights on common injuries athletes face and the significant role of proper footwear. The conversation touches on the impact of cushioned shoes on sensory feedback and rehabilitation strategies for issues like bunions. Hansen advocates for strengthening foot mechanics and emphasizes the need for awareness about foot function in young athletes to prevent injuries and boost performance.
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Achilles Tendinopathy Journey
- Dr. Ryan Hansen battled Achilles tendinopathy for 10 years.
- This personal experience sparked his deep interest in foot and ankle mechanics.
Foot Complexity
- The foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, and 29 muscles.
- The talus bone, crucial for foot/ankle function, has no muscle attachments.
Foot Function
- The foot functions as a mobile coil, transitioning from supination to pronation for shock absorption.
- It then uses the windlass mechanism for propulsion.