It is estimated that more than 25,000 Americans sprain their ankles every day [1]. This common but serious injury involves damage to one or more of the ligaments in the ankle. Ligaments are strands of soft tissue which hold bones together which can be thought of as rubber bands that stretch freely to a certain [...]

Metatarsal pads are used to help reduce harmful pressures through the ball of the foot during walking. Foot pressures during the walking cycle are high when the heel first makes ground contact and next when the ball of the foot contacts the ground. When the pressure in the ball of the foot exceeds a certain […]

When it comes to treating foot conditions, there are many things to consider regarding the biomechanics and limitations of the foot. If you’ve come into our store, you may have noticed that we talk about the importance of both orthotics and good footwear in the treatment of your specific condition. There are only so many […]

Treating lower extremity conditions is a lot like treating a broken bone. A broken bone will heal by preventing motion at the fracture site. Immobilization with a cast is a traditional treatment tool for someone who has a broken bone. Preventing motion at the fracture site allows the bone healing cells to cross the fracture […]

The foot needs to be both flexible as well as rigid during different phases of the walking cycle. The foot in its flexible form is able to accommodate irregular surfaces while maintaining contact with the ground and in its rigid form is able to withstand the stress required while lifting the heel off of the [...]

It’s certainly a stretch of distance from the foot to the low back but it appears that the use of foot orthotics can help back pain. Foot orthotics is commonly prescribed to help painful lower extremity conditions caused by excessive foot pronation.  The use of orthotics is commonly accepted in the treatment of many lower […]

Parsley, just the garnish on your plate, adds texture and color to an otherwise mundane and unappealing meal. How could this flavorful, colorful, nutrient rich vegetable be overlooked and discarded at the end of the meal? Probably in the same way that socks have become an afterthought in the shoe purchasing process. Located close to […]

“Hot feet” is a common problem affecting cyclists. After prolonged periods of riding some riders can experience intense pain, tingling and numbness to the ball of the foot or the metatarsal region. This pain can be debilitating and just really ruin a ride. In cycling the foot is always contacting the pedal. This sustained pressure […]

You can’t talk about foot pronation without mentioning supination. Both pronation and supination are normal foot motions that occur during walking. In excess, foot pronation can be a major contributing cause of lower extremity injury, occurring  from the toes all the way to the low back. A pronated foot position visualized as a “low arch” [...]

Whether you’re a runner or a walker training for the City to Sea the dreaded heel pain or plantar fascitis can be a deal breaker. Plantar fascitis, the most common cause of heel pain is generally caused by excessive foot pronation during walking and running. Pain is usually localized right on the bottom of the […]

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world. It can be done practically anywhere and very little equipment is needed. Running is an effective exercise for weight loss and increasing cardiovascular endurance. There are many great qualities, but running also has its drawbacks:  It is estimated that 65% of all […]