156- Foot First Healing// Why Orthotics May Be the Missing Link in Pelvic Floor & Whole Body Rehab – with Dr. Bob, The Sports Doc

What if the pain in your knees, hips, or even pelvic floor… starts at your feet? 👣 In this empowering episode, Dr. Desiree sits down with Dr. Bob, The Sports Doc — an expert in orthotics, biomechanics, and sports performance — to talk about one of the most underestimated tools in women's wellness: custom orthotics.

Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr. Bob Weil, DPM, is a long time Sports Podiatrist having treated many of the world’s best athletes in all sports of all ages. Dr. Bob spent 4 decades associated with the late great sports therapist Bob Gajda at Sports Fitness Institute & Sports Performance REhab Inst. Long Time Specialty with custom orthotics therapy for youth sports to superstart to grandmas! Started with radio in the early 80’s & is still at it! “The Sports Doctor”, is live Weds, 3-4 cst, features all things sports medicine, fitness, & wellness with international. National & local guests- listen in bbsradio.com/thesportsdoctor 

He also co-authored “#HeySportsParents” with volleyball HOF radio host Sharkie Zartman which remains a best seller. Dr. Bob, also still spends time in his private practice. 

Together, they uncover how foot health is foundational to pelvic floor rehab, core strength, pregnancy, postpartum healing, and even your teen’s development.

This one is packed with practical takeaways — especially if you’re dealing with:

• Persistent foot, knee, hip, or back pain

• Pelvic floor dysfunction (leaking, pressure, prolapse)

• Postpartum instability

• Poor alignment or balance

• Active teens with growing bodies

🎧 In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why your feet set the foundation for your entire kinetic chain (and pelvic floor)

• How pregnancy and postpartum hormones affect foot structure and why that matters

• When to consider orthotics — and how to know if they’re right for you

• The difference between custom orthotics vs. store-bought insoles

• What symptoms (beyond foot pain) signal misalignment or poor support

• Why teens and athletes can benefit from orthotic support early on

👣 Whether you're walking through motherhood, healing after birth, or just trying to feel more supported from the ground up — this episode gives you the insight and tools you need to step into alignment.

 

To Contact Dr. Bob or listen to his radio show check out the links below!:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbob.weil/ 

Live Radio Show: https://bbsradio.com/talkshow/sports-doctor 

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