Our feet carry us all day, every day, through life, yet we often neglect their care until they demand our attention. This May, let's prioritize foot health and make strides towards happier, healthier feet.
Don’t let hammertoes and corns get in the way of enjoying your activities and doing what you love. Read below to find out why this is occurring and what to look for when shopping for your next shoe!
Our feet carry us all day, every day, through life, yet we often neglect their care until they demand our attention. This May, let's prioritize foot health and make strides towards happier, healthier feet.
Contrary to what some might think, orthotics are not just for grandparents. They are useful devices for people with diabetes and arthritis and in supporting foot wound care; but orthotics aren’t just for older people. Orthotics can help people of all ages – even children!
There are 26 bones in the feet and they continue to grow until the mid to late teenage years. This means that until fully formed, there are delicate growth plates in the foot bones of a child and adolescent.
Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints among adults. It affects your ability to work, exercise, sleep, and enjoy everyday activities. At the same time, many people experiencing back pain also report foot discomfort, leading them to wonder whether the two are connected.
How have your custom orthotics been holding up lately? Your orthotics can undergo a lot of wear and tear throughout the day, whether you use them in work boots, dress shoes, sandals, or a combination of them all!
Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. Understanding the different types of arthritis and how they affect the body, especially the lower limbs, is crucial for managing symptoms and improving quality of life. This blog post explores four common types of arthritis—osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and gout—and discusses how orthotics can help manage these conditions.
