Foot Care Articles

Introducing: Spenco Polysorb Earthbound Insoles

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

The New Spenco POLYSORB EARTHBOUND INSOLES

Spenco’s New Earth-Friendly Earthbound Insoles are supportive and 55% recycled/renewable.  Be Green!

The New Spenco Polysorb Earthbound Insoles provide the ultimate in cushioning and arch support for active people.  Specifically designed for hiking, walking, running and other sports where shock absorption and arch and heel support are key.  One customer wrote, “They’re supportive, and my feet felt better at the end of a long day than in the insoles that came with my boots. I have used the Spenco Earthbound Insoles for a little over a month mostly hiking and walking, and I forget they’re there–a good thing in an insole. Now my feet do not hurt and my bad ankle is less wobbly–these insoles are fantastic.”

Using a stability cradle that is 100% recycled nylon with excellent arch support for a low to medium arch, and heel cup that’s deep enough to be stable without putting your heel too high or too low, The Spenco Polysorb Earthbound Insoles offer comfort with incredible support. A layer of 65% recycled EVA foam is blended with 35% natural cork for extra cushioning from toe to heel. Also added in is a forefoot crash pad designed to add shock absorption under the ball of foot that helps beat soreness from foot strike and push off. The Insole is topped with a friction resistant antimicrobial topcloth, made with 40 percent recycled polyester fabric; it is just perfect -not too slippery–not too sticky.

Clinically designed, doctor recommended. Years in the making through thorough development and testing, the Spenco Polysorb Earthbound Insoles are proven durable to ensure users can enjoy the comfort and lasting support for a long time of normal use.  Sizes Available include Men’s 6-15 and Women’s 3-12. And like all Spenco footcare products, the Polysorb Earthbound Insoles carry a one-year unconditional guarantee.

If you have tried a pair, we invite you to write a product review.  Let others know what your experience has been with this fantastic new Insole from Spenco.

Sever's Disease: A Common Cause of Heel Pain

Friday, July 10th, 2009

Often times, the root of heel pain in children can be attributed to Sever’s disease.  This desease occurs in children when the growing part of the heel, called the growth plate, is injured. The foot is one of the first body parts to grow to full size, this usually occurs in early puberty. During this growing period, bones often grow faster than muscles and tendons which results in tight muscles and tendons. Because the heel area is less flexible, these tight muscles and tendons become painful. During weight-bearing activity (activity performed while standing), the tight heel tendons may put too much pressure at the back of the heel (where the Achilles tendon attaches). This could injure the heel and cause pain.  (more…)

Orthotic Arch Supports Are Important To Your Feet

Saturday, June 13th, 2009

Many people suffer from foot pain at some point in their life.  In fact, a recent American Podiatric Medical Association poll discovered that half of all working Americans have missed at least one day of work due to a foot problem.  When you consider how important our feet are and the complex nature of the them, it is really no surprise.
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What Are The Benefits of Good Insoles?

Saturday, May 23rd, 2009

Using high quality Insoles offer many benefits for many different types of people and foot types. People use insoles for a few primary reasons – comfort, relief from pain, prevention of foot problems and to help achieve greater performance during athletic activities. While runners/joggers benefit due to greater performance achieved with the wearing of quality insoles, everyday people likewise benefit as prevention and relief from foot pain enables them to enjoy life and perform daily activities better.
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Morton's Neuroma: A painful condition that is preventable

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Morton’s neuroma occurs in a nerve in the foot, often between the third and fourth toes. The condition involves a thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes. A neuroma is caused by repeated friction and pressure on the nerve, which in turn causes the nerve to scar and become thicker, the result is numbness, tingling, or burning between the toes. Pain or burning also may shoot backwards up the foot into the leg. Ordinarily, there are no outward signs of this condition. (more…)

Metatarsalgia Forefoot Pain

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Metatarsalgia is a general term used to denote a painful foot condition in the metatarsal (ball of foot) region of the foot.  This is a common foot disorder that can affect the bones and joints at the ball of the foot.  Metatarsalgia is often located under the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th metatarsal heads, or more isolated at the first metatarsal head – near the big toe.
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Imbalanced, Misaligned Feet Can Cause Your Knee Pain

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Many people suffer with knee pain, particularly those who are athletic or very active.  One of the most overlooked sources of knee pain is foot imbalance and misaligned feet due to over-pronation or over-supination.
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The Foot is a Precision Piece of Machinery

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

The foot is a precision piece of machinery which is fundamental for our movement and daily activities. On average, we walk over 115,000 miles during our lifetime. Feet are living shock absorbers. Consider when walking, each step puts up to 1.5 – 2 times your body weight on your feet. Running exerts even more, 3 – 3.5 times your body weight on the feet. With this relentless pounding, there is no wonder that 75 – 80% of the adult population have some form of foot problem. (more…)

Shin Splints

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

Shin splints refer to leg pain between the knee and ankle that is caused by damage or inflammation of those tendons and muscles. It’s important to visit your doctor to rule out fractures if the stress is severe. (more…)

Flat Feet

Saturday, April 18th, 2009

“Flatfoot” (also known as pes planus) is a condition where the foot lacks an arch on the inside. It is a very common condition as almost all children start out with little or no arch. Most kids eventually develop a normal arch; however, often people grow to maturity without the development of a normal arch. (more…)