Whether it’s rushing to catch the MRT, wandering through a weekend market or squeezing in a morning run before work, we spend much of our day on our feet. They’re with us everywhere, but we rarely think about them until they start hurting.
That everyday habit is what prompted Siloam Hospitals Mampang and footwear brand Bocorocco to launch “Step Well, Move Better,” a campaign encouraging people to pay closer attention to foot health. Introduced this August with a public discussion featuring orthopaedic and sports medicine specialists, the campaign explores why caring for our feet shouldn’t begin only when pain gets in the way.
Foot health, after all, goes far beyond our ability to walk. The bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments in our feet work together to absorb impact, maintain balance and support every movement we make. When one part isn’t functioning properly, the body compensates by putting extra strain on the ankles, knees, hips and even the spine
“We often see patients who have been living with foot problems for years,” said dr. Astuti Pitarini, Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Subspecialist at Siloam Hospitals Mampang. Many arrive only after trying advice they’ve found online or hoping the discomfort will eventually disappear. While health information is easier than ever to find, not everything online applies to every person.
Conditions such as bunions, she explained, tend to develop gradually, making it easy to dismiss the early signs until walking becomes painful or the shape of the foot noticeably changes. Earlier diagnosis often gives patients more treatment options before the condition progresses.
The experts also spoke about the importance of footwear. According to dr. Antonius Andi Kurniawan, Sports Medicine Consultant at Siloam Hospitals Mampang, healthy movement starts from the ground up. The right footwear does more than feel comfortable. It supports the feet, improves stability and helps reduce the risk of injuries such as ankle sprains, Achilles tendinitis and other overuse injuries. Choosing footwear that matches the shape of your feet and the activities you do most often can help distribute pressure more evenly and provide better support over time.
As a Comprehensive Orthopaedic Centre of Excellence, Siloam Hospitals Mampang is home to foot and ankle specialists, sports medicine physicians, radiologists and other specialists. Combined with advanced medical technology, this approach helps patients receive the care they need to move comfortably and recover with confidence. Through “Step Well, Move Better,” the hospital is also encouraging earlier awareness of foot health.
Find more the latest health tips and updates on Siloam Hospitals Mampang’s Instagram here: @siloam.mampang
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