Topic ‘orthotics’

THERMOSKIN PLANTAR FXT – A Compliment To Orthotics

Friday, August 13th, 2010

Thermoskin is a new generation of thermal supports developed for the simple and effective treatment of pain or injury to muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is designed to support natural generated body heat for therapy and pain relief. (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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Bunion Surgery Should Be Your Last Option

Wednesday, April 8th, 2009

Many people suffer from bunions, and some to the point that surgery is deemed necessary to fix the problem.  But the truth is that surgery on bunions should be a last option.  Better options exist that are simple and cost effective.
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Calluses: Prevention and Treatment

Sunday, March 15th, 2009

Calluses can be treated to obtain complete correction.  And Calluses can be prevented through the use of an Orthotic to help correctly balance and align your foot. A callus is a protective thickening of the skin that develops due to recurrent friction and pressure. Most calluses are found on the ball of the foot or on the heel; although, calluses can form in other places on the foot. The callus forms to insulate and protect the balls of the feet or other areas on the feet against the abnormal bony pressure.
Footwear is commonly blamed for the formation of calluses, but often, calluses are most usually caused over-pronation.  (more…)