FMT is aimed at restructuring your foot over a period of time so it is able to function dynamically from a normal alignment.

When joints function from a certain position over a period of time the soft tissue surrounding the joints and the joints themselves accommodate to that position. Connective tissue by its very nature adapts to its shortest functional length which then leads to a decrease in joint range of motion. 

This limited range of motion in the joints then leads to a decreased firing of mechanoreceptors (nerve fibres sensitive to position, motion, vibration and pressure which inhibit the perception of pain) and an increased firing of nociceptors ( nerve fibres that initiate impulses of pain).  Therefore an overall increase in pain is felt in the area concerned.

How does FMT work?

1. Aims to restore normal joint range of motion by breaking up collagen cross linkages
2. Increases the firing of Mechanoreceptors which in turn decreases the firing of nociceptors and therefore decreases the pain signals
3. Aims to restore normal joint position and hold the position through the exercises performed
4. Promotes synovial fluid production by re-establishing joint range of motion
5. Increases sense of balance and stability by reducing the firing of nociceptors

What problems can FMT help to resolve?

• Heel pain
• Ankle pain
• Joint pain and reduced joint range of motion
• Flat feet
• Balance problems