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Neighborhoods: South Denver, University
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Phone: (303) 807-3974

Address: 2240 Buchtel Blvd # 1314, Denver, CO 80210

Website: http://www.thefootmechanic.com

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The Foot Mechanic

General Practitioners

Arthritis
Plantar Fasciitis

Sciatica
Piriformis Syndrome is a condition in which the piriformis muscle irritates the sciatic nerve, causing pain in the buttocks and referring pain along the course of the sciatic nerve. This referred pain, called "Sciatica", often goes down the back of the thigh and/or into the lower back. Some causes of sciatica can be problems with leg length as well as abnormal biomechanics. Custom Foot Orthotics can help this condition by altering tissue tensions and foot biomechanics.
Bunions
Knee Replacement
The exercise program that I have followed for many years is very important to me, and has become even more important as I age. Several years ago, I developed pain in both my knees due to arthritis. As it got worse, I was not able to run at all. My doctor told me there was not much I could do beyond considering knee replacement. The team at the Foot Mechanic was able to create for me a set of custom athletic orthotics that completely mitigated my knee pain, and enabled me to resume my exercise with no problem. Dr. Purdom and his team did a very thorough analysis and took the time to explain to me the mechanics of walking and running. Thanks to the Foot Mechanic experts, I came away with high quality orthotics that have lasted for eight years, as well as a new understanding of how to keep my knees as protected and healthy as possible. That has made all the difference to me.

Physical Therapists

Sports Medicine
The Foot Mechanic was founded and is owned and operated by Dr. Brett Purdom. Dr. Purdom received his Bachelors Degree in Biology from Washington State University, his Master's and Doctoral Degrees in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Dr. Purdom worked in Sports Medicine at the University of Colorado (CU) Sports Medicine Clinic for 12 years. Dr. Purdom has also taught Human Anatomy, Exercise Physiology and Biomechanical Kinesiology through the Biology Department at the University of Denver, and has worked as an Adjunct Faculty member in the Physical Therapy School at the University of Colorado. Dr. Purdom is a Certified Athletic Trainer and is credentialed as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Physical Therapy
Began working with Brett in 2002 after suffering for several months of IT band issues. I had tried nurmerous treatments for this injury and was frustrated and down to the wire for an upcoming race. The evaluation, followup and advice (as wel as the orthotics) were all top-notch. My IT band issues were resolved and I updated my orthodics again in 2008 through Brett. I recently saw him again for another injury and once again the evaluation, service, followup and advice were all top-notch! I highly recommend Dr. Purdom for your physical therapy and orthotics needs!
Flatfoot Correction
Back Pain
Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles Tendonitis is a condition referring to the large tendon on the back of your lower leg which attaches to your heel bone. This tendon can become inflamed for any number of reasons. Lack of flexibility, excessive foot pronation and repetitive strain can all be causative factors. Once inflamed, this tendon is very difficult to treat. Custom Foot Orthotics can help this condition by relieving the chronic stress on this tissue.
Ankle Instability
Chronic Ankle Instability is a problem that arises after multiple ankle sprains. Each sprain causes further ankle instability and furthered ligamentous laxity. Compounding the problem is that increased ligamentous laxity increases your likelihood of another sprain...which will then lead to more ligamentous laxity! This cyclic problem can ultimately require surgery to reconstruct the damaged ligaments. Custom Foot Orthotics can restore normal biomechanics, limit further instability and help restore function.
Bunions Problems
A bunion (hallux abducto-valgus) is a prominent bump on the inside of the foot around the big toe (hallux) joint. This bump is actually a bone protruding towards the inside of the foot. Pronated (flat) feet are usually unstable and often cause bunions. In this case, body weight is repeatedly transferred to the hallux while walking, and in unstable, flat feet, this transfer of weight allows certain muscles to become stronger than others. This overpowering of muscles causes the toe to bend and deform. Some of the symptoms of bunions include inflammation, swelling, and soreness on the side surface of the big toe. Custom Foot Orthotics can correct the faulty mechanics which contribute to Bunions. If made correctly, they can unload the chronically stressed tissues and restore normal foot biomechanics.
Flat Feet
Flat feet (otherwise known as Pes Planus) is a condition which refers to flattening of the normal arch in your foot. Some people are genetically predisposed to having flat feet. In others, it can be caused by trauma or chronic loading. As we age, the connective tissue elements in the body (ligaments and tendons) become less able to tolerate stress. As they lose their tensile strength, the arch of the foot can lose the battle against gravity and ultimately “flatten.” Custom Foot Orthotics can help this condition by relieving the chronic stress on the connective tissue elements of the foot. In addition, they can help restore a fallen arch to its ideal biomechanical position.
Heel Spurs
Plantar Fasciitis is a term used to describe an inflammation of the tissue on the bottom of your foot known as the Plantar Fascia. This “fascia” is a thick band that functions to help support the arch of the foot by acting as a “bowstring.” Repeated microscopic tears of the plantar fascia cause pain. Sometimes plantar fasciitis is called “heel spurs,” but this is not always accurate, since bony growths on the heel may or may not be a factor. Typically, the pain is worse when first getting out of bed, or is noticeable at the beginning of an activity and gets better as the body warms up. Prolonged standing may also cause pain. In more severe cases, the pain may worsen toward the end of the day. Plantar Fascitis can be caused by overuse, trauma and arch height deviations. There usually is an underlying biomechanical component which can be corrected quite successfully with the use of Custom Foot Orthotics.
Foot Pain
Metatarsalgia
Metatarsalgia is a general term used to denote a painful foot condition in the metatarsal region of the foot (the area just before the toes, more commonly referred to as the ball-of-the-foot). This is a common foot disorder that can affect the bones and joints at the ball-of-the-foot. Metatarsalgia (ball-of-foot-pain) is often located under the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th metatarsal heads. This condition can be attributed to excessive pressure on these bones from either traumatic loading or poor foot biomechanics. Custom Foot Orthotics can help this condition by altering the contact forces within the foot, thereby taking the chronic pressure off of this area.
Foot Orthotics
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