Definition: The foot absorbs the shock of each step by flexing and rolling - pronation. The foot rolls a bit inward with each step, and with the correct gait should begin to roll outward with the toe-off. But for some people the ankle rolls too far downward and inward with each step. This can lead to injury but can be corrected with the right shoes, insoles, or orthotics.
Pronunciation: pro-nay-shun
Common Misspellings: pronacion pronatoin
Examples: I over-pronate when I walk and need shoes with medial support.
