Orthotics are specialized shoe inserts that are used to correct biomechanical foot issues and provide relief from symptoms such as foot pain. There are over-the-counter orthotics that you can find at your local pharmacy, and then there are custom … Read More
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What happens if you have too much arch support?
Arch support is a feature found in many shoes. If you are looking for athletic shoes, one of the features will surely be arch support. Arch insoles are not just for support but make shoes fit comfortably and help … Read More
Tips on How to Prevent Sports Injuries in the Foot
Foot injuries are very common, and the likelihood of developing one increases the more physically active you are. Being physically active is good for overall health and fills you with endorphins, which can uplift your mood and make you feel … Read More
3D Scanning for Custom Orthotics: How Does It Work?
Given how much we rely on our feet for many of our everyday activities, a problem in any of their structures can be agonizing or even incapacitating.
When your foot or ankle hurts, you might be inclined to look … Read More
Recovery After Foot Bunion Surgery
How to Prevent Chronic Foot Pain
Did you know that an active person walks approximately 7,500 steps a day? So, if you live until 80, you will have walked over 2,000,000 steps in your lifetime.
Your feet are the foundation of your mobility and strength—they take … Read More
Four Tips for Choosing the Right Shoes for Your Child
All too often, when buying shoes for their children, many parents sacrifice essential features such as comfort and flexibility for the sake of fashion, failing to see that their children’s feet are growing and may have special footwear requirements.
At … Read More
Nonsurgical Treatments for Foot Bunions
Physical Conditions Shoe Inserts Can Alleviate
Shoe inserts aim to make our running, walking, or standing more comfortable. They can also alleviate or correct symptoms of podiatric problems that you may have. They are either store-bought or customized to the type of foot you have. Your … Read More
How To Correct Flatfeet?
Flatfeet is a term used to describe feet with minimal to no obvious arches. If you have flatfeet, when you stand, the entire soles of your feet touch the ground instead of part of the foot rising above ground level. … Read More
