Foot Pain
Plantar Fasciitis: Why We Get It and What Can We Do About It?
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 condition and when you’re in pain, who do you listen to? Who do you believe?…
Read MoreMy Feet Hurt! Using Custom Orthotics to Conquer and Prevent Foot Pain
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 – 75% of Canadians will experience foot health problems of varying degrees of severity at…
Read MoreFoot Orthotics: Are They Really Helpful, a Hindrance, or a Crutch?
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 that the patient can feel more like a customer. We welcome the skepticism as the…
Read MoreRocker Soles: Pros, Cons, and the 6 Special Types of Rockers
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, there are six variations to consider, but essentially, the common feature is that they add…
Read MoreAdvice for Plantar Fasciitis Relief: What It Is and How You Can Get Rid of It, 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
Often, people ask whether conditions like Plantar Fasciitis (PF) will ever get better. Plantar fasciitis is simply inflammation (-itis) of the plantar fascia (connective tissue supporting the arch of your foot). It is a syndrome that can be caused by several factors, but ultimately a culmination overuse and abuse of the arch in your foot.…
Read MoreMy Shoes Are Hurting Me: Picking The Right Footwear to Reduce Foot Pain
An ingrown toenail, a painful callous, a sore heel or a throbbing knee? My shoes are hurting me, what can I do?! Putting it in perspective, you will often find there is a trail of evidence leading up to one of these incidents or injuries. Foot pain doesn’t happen randomly, there is always a cause…
Read More5 Expert Tips for Workplace Footwear: Proven Pain Relief Must-Knows.
Whether you’re an electrician or a nurse, a warehouse worker or a carpenter, chances are, your workday is spent on your feet. In this article we’re going to explore 5 expert tips for workplace footwear. When doing physically demanding work or standing on hard and uneven surfaces all day, your feet are susceptible to injury,…
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