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Can Foot Alignment Problems Cause Plantar Fasciitis?
Foot alignment problems can contribute to plantar fasciitis, but they are rarely the only reason the condition develops. Plantar fasciitis is usually a load-related problem influenced by several interacting factors,
How Does Arch Support Help Treat Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It often produces a sharp or stabbing sensation near the bottom of the heel, especially during the first
Are Custom Orthotics Better Than Store-Bought Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis?
When plantar fasciitis makes every first step of the morning painful, almost any product promising support can sound appealing. Walk through a pharmacy, sporting-goods store, or online marketplace and you
What Causes Plantar Fasciitis to Keep Coming Back?
Plantar fasciitis can be frustrating because it often seems to disappear—only to return weeks or months later. You may rest until the pain improves, buy more supportive shoes, or perform
Why Does Plantar Fasciitis Hurt So Much in the Morning, and Can Orthotics Help?
That first step out of bed can feel surprisingly severe when you have plantar fasciitis. You may go to sleep with a manageable ache, wake up believing your foot has
Can Custom Orthotics Help Relieve Plantar Fasciitis Pain?
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It can make the first few steps in the morning feel sharp and uncomfortable, interfere with exercise, and
Is foot pain a warning sign of larger biomechanical problems?
That nagging ache under your heel or burning discomfort across the ball of your foot can have many possible causes. In some cases, recurring foot pain may be associated with
How do custom orthotics support all three arches of the foot?
Your foot has a coordinated arch system that includes the medial longitudinal arch, lateral longitudinal arch, and transverse arch. Although these arches are often discussed separately, they work together with
What role do arches play in shock absorption?
Every time you take a step, your feet absorb and manage forces created when your body meets the ground. Your foot arches play an important part in that process. They
Can orthotics reduce long-term joint degeneration?
When you think about joint health, you may focus on your knees, hips, or lower back. Your feet may seem far removed from the problem. However, every step you take
Russell Pate
Russell Pate has been in the custom orthotics industry for over 28 years. He is a Certified Pedorthist and is trained in anatomy, physiology, and foot biomechanics.
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