In today's fast-paced world, many of us spend long hours on our feet, whether we’re working in healthcare, retail, construction, or other demanding professions. For those who experience foot pain, fatigue, or other lower body discomforts, custom foot orthotics can be a game-changer. But what exactly are custom orthotics, and how can they benefit you in the workplace?
Fallen arches are commonly referred to as flat feet because the feet appear to have a low inside arch, especially when standing. These feet may point away from the midline of the body.
We carefully choose supportive chairs to help with posture—but our feet, the true foundation of our body, are often overlooked. Healthy feet keep us balanced, absorb impact, and help us move efficiently. But when something goes wrong, pain can quickly spread to the knees, hips, and lower back, affecting everyday life.
Pain in the feet can hit at any time. Whether it’s while scoring your next goal or carving it out on the slopes, we’ve got your feet covered with comfort in mind!
Have you experienced a foot injury from exercising? Have you ever strained your foot trying to stay active? Foot injuries are unfortunately quite common.
Why is it that we often lose weight where no one notices? For example, in our feet! Did you know that as we age, the fat pad under our feet that cushions our heels and balls of our feet wears thin? Foot experts refer to this as fat pad atrophy.
Finding the right shoe can be tough! And as a teacher you need something that fits and feels just right to get you through a long day on your feet. Today we will talk give you a few tips on how to find the right shoe and a few options to consider.
When standing, the body is a closed kinetic chain, meaning what happens in the feet can affect the ankles, knees, hips and back. If the feet are abnormally positioned or their alignment is off, the rest of the body could suffer.
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects the body’s ability to turn food into energy. After we eat, food is broken down into sugar and released into the bloodstream.
Chiropodists are Medical Footcare Clinicians who can prescribe oral and topical medications and can perform soft tissue surgical procedures and injections into the feet. Let’s learn how a Chiropodist can help you today!
