Glossary Of Foot Terms

Pronation

Rotation of the bones in the midfoot inward and downward so that the foot tends to strike the ground on its inside edge during walking or running. Pronation is the natural inclination of the foot during walking and running; however, when the foot rotates too much, it is called “overpronation” and can contribute to discomfort and injuries to the feet, knees and legs.

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