How Foot Conditions Relate to Knee, Hip & Back Pain
If you’re experiencing knee, hip, or back pain, the first place to look is at your feet! Believe it or not, many pains throughout the body can be traced back to foot conditions. According to Dr. Rock Positano, Director of the Non-Surgical Foot and Ankle Service at the Hospital for Special Surgeries, “the foot is the […]
How to Choose Comfortable (and Supportive!) Shoes
What do you look for when choosing a shoe? If you’re like most consumers, it’s style first. We’re trained to look for styles that we see our peers wearing, or shoes featured by style magazines or fashion bloggers. For most, comfort and support are a distant second – but that doesn’t mean they should be. […]
What’s The Difference Between Custom Orthotics And Over The Counter Orthotics?
The average American walks about 3,000 to 4,000 steps per day – although the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends 10,000 steps! Regardless of where you are on the step spectrum, we spend a lot of time on our feet; a fact that is often neglected in shoe design in a world where fashion takes precedence […]
What Causes Heel Pain?
The heel bone is the largest in your foot – so it’s no wonder that heel pain can feel debilitating. Heel pain is unique because, unlike many injuries, it is generally not caused by one specific instance, but rather by repeated pounding or stress on the heel. Though there are a number of possible causes […]
How Custom Shoe Inserts Can Improve Your Mental Health
You might be aware of the many ways that custom shoe inserts and orthotics can improve your body’s health. But you might not realize that they can also improve your mental health! Many of the physical benefits you get from shoe inserts are good for your mind and overall well-being. Reduce Stress One thing is […]
What Type Of Shoes Can You Put Custom Orthotics In?
Many people don’t realize that the pain they experience in their joints, knees, back, hips, and heels is caused by improper foot support. That’s where orthotic inserts can be so helpful. These simple devices provide comfortable arch support for shoes that lack it, alleviating so much discomfort throughout your entire body. Once you try them, […]