Two conditions that affect foot stability are pronation and supination. While both are normal foot positions, over-pronation or
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Orthotic Arch Supports Are Important To Your Feet
Saturday, June 13th, 2009Many 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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Imbalanced, Misaligned Feet Can Cause Your Knee Pain
Tuesday, May 5th, 2009Many 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, 2009The foot is a precision piece of machinery which is fundamental for our movement and daily activities. On average,
The foot contains 26 bones including 2 sesemoids under the big toe. A network of muscles, tendons, and ligaments support bones and joints in the foot. Muscles give the foot its shape by holding the bones in position. Tendons connect muscles to bones and ligaments connect bone to bone.
Two
Shin Splints
Tuesday, April 21st, 2009Shin 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…)
Arch Support Insoles Help More Than The Feet
Saturday, April 11th, 2009When people think of arch supports, most think they are designed only to help the feet. However, the reality is that many other problems are the result of foot imbalances caused by arch failure due to over-pronation or over-supination.
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How to Know Which Insole is Right For You?
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009Research has shown which types of insoles are good for the different types of foot arches. While many people will experiment to see which product works best, there are a few general rules when it comes to matching insoles with arch types.
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What is Plantar Fasciitis And What Can Cause It?
Wednesday, March 18th, 2009Plantar Fasciitis is a predominant cause of heel pain, most often referred to as a heel spur. Plantar Fasciitis is a very common malady causing heel and foot pain in adults. Plantar Fasciitis sufferers experience symptoms of heel pain that is usually most severe first thing in (more…)
Calluses: Prevention and Treatment
Sunday, March 15th, 2009Calluses 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…)
