Edward Komberg

Chiropractor & Business Entrepreneur

Your Feet Are Shock Absorbers: Build Better Ankles for a Happier Back

Feet that don’t move well force knees, hips, and backs to improvise. Improve dorsiflexion, big-toe extension, and calf strength, and you’ll often feel the chain relax. It’s not glamorous, but it works.

Daily Trio

  • Calf raises 2×12 (slow down phase).
  • Ankle rocks (knee over toe) x 15/side.
  • Big-toe stretch 2×20s/side.

Balance & Propulsion

  • Single-leg balance 3×20s/side (near counter).
  • Short-foot drill x 8–10 breaths/side.

From Dr. Edward Komberg: “Strong feet make friendly backs. Fix the foundation and the penthouse calms down.”

Unsure if your ankles are the limiter? Get a chain-wide screen with Dr. Edward Komberg.


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About the Author

Dr. Edward Komberg began in La Palma, CA and built three Southern California clinics over 37 years. He’s treated more than 500,000 patient visits, staying focused on calm, effective, patient-first care.