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Why Should I Get Custom Orthotics For Snowboarding?
Part of the thrill of doing a sport is having the correct equipment for it. Sometimes even your equipment can be seen as a social accessory, having that Adidas track
5 Signs You Should Consider Orthotics For Your Hiking Boots
Orthotics are devices aim to enhance the support for one’s foot in a shoe to promote good health. While these devices have historically been utilized by senior citizens, orthotics are
Are Your Knees Hurting? It Could Be Time to Consider Orthotics
Pain is a double-edged sword. While oftentimes is associated with negative experiences, slight pain or continuous slower pain can actually be very informative. Pain is the body’s way of slowing
Top 7 Best Orthotics Providers in San Francisco Bay Area 2020
We know that looking for the best custom orthotics provider in the San Francisco Bay Area can be extremely challenging, so we gathered a comprehensive list of the best of
How Can Custom Orthotics Prevent Injuries For Tennis Players?
Injuries in every sport are common, even in seemingly less physically-demanding sports like tennis. But if you’ve ever been playing a sport and felt a tweak or pain in your
Top 7 Best Orthotics Providers in Alameda County 2020
We know that looking for the best custom orthotics provider in Alameda County can be challenging, so we gathered a comprehensive list of excellent pedorthists for you to choose from.
What Are The Three Arches of The Foot?
The foot is a very complex system of support that is perfectly balanced in order to support the entire structure of the body. There are not one but three arches
Metatarsalgia: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment With Custom Orthotics
Have you ever heard of Metatarsalgia? It’s a condition in which there is pain or inflammation in the ball of the foot that affects the metatarsals – bones connecting the
During the Pandemic, People Are Walking More at Home in Bare Feet; Is that Safe?
During the pandemic, many of us have been directed to remain in our homes. These stay at home orders mean that you are probably walking around your home in socks
Pronation Of The Foot & How Custom Orthotics Can Help
Does your shoe show uneven wear on the inside part of the sole? This is classic from someone that has pronation of the foot. If you have this sort of
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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