The Thera-Ped Blog
Are you wondering when to replace orthotics? When people get a new set of custom foot orthotics, one of the first questions is: how long they will last? How often should I get a new pair? The Short Answer for…
Plantar fasciitis – everybody recognizes it, even if they’ve never had it. You can’t scroll online or walk through a drug store these days without seeing an article or product to treat this dreaded condition. It is a terribly annoying…
Aging and Health are two highly correlated aspects of a person’s life, and typically we’re taught that as you get older, your health gets worse. I believe this causes people to see age and health like this: Rather than, the…
Walking shoes are a trend that has taken the world by storm, with the differentiation of footwear for walking, running, hiking, and even playing golf! Walking is highly underrated as a form of exercise, but in fact, is much easier…
Falling isn’t something we usually consider unless we have had one or a close call. But tell me, where do broken hips and ankles come from? There are many reasons why our balance may be “off” to the point that…
Have you found yourself in foot pain? Maybe an aching feeling, maybe you’re getting pins and needles, and maybe you find yourself taking your shoes off halfway through the day just to give your feet a break. You’re not alone…
I am constantly surprised by how much controversy there is about the usefulness of foot orthotics. However, it is not without a healthy amount of skepticism. There are so many medical advances and people constantly trying to sell you something…
As Pedorthists we have always worked with clients who have neuropathy. For the most part these people have usually had Diabetes or impairment of sensation from injuries or surgeries. In the past few years, we have seen increasing numbers of…
Rocker soles are an integral component of any modern walking or running shoe. While there are many features to look for in a “walking shoe,” we’re going to be examining specifically the rocker sole. What is a rocker sole? Well,…
The Biomechanics of the Foot Biomechanics is the study of applying physics (mechanics) to a living body (biological organism). The foot is a complex biomechanical mechanism consisting of 28 bones, 33 joints, and 112 ligaments. In our practice, we see…