Why Do We Get Heel Spurs?
A heel spur is a calcium deposit that forms on the underside of the heel bone. This growth can affect other parts of the foot. Typically, heel spurs are tiny, so they may be invisible to the naked eye. In addition, they may develop alone or be connected with other health conditions. More than 50% […]
What The Heck Is Plantar Fasciitis And What Can I Do About It?!?
Plantar fasciitis is caused when the ligament that connects the heel with the toes becomes irritated and inflamed. When this ligament undergoes strain small tears can occur, leading to irritation and inflammation that causes a painful and uncomfortable disorder that manifests with pain in the heel or the soles of the feet. It is a […]
Why Do My Knees Hurt? What Can You Do About The Pain
The knee joint is one that bears a great deal of weight and pressure of both everyday tasks and hard physical activities. The habitual patterns of incorrect walking techniques are highly associated with knee pain. Without a solid walking foundation, the knees are put in a compromising position while still supporting the rest of your […]
Could Custom Orthotics Be The Answer To Your Foot Pain?
Custom orthotics are used to treat lower body issues including leg, heel, knee, foot pain, and back pain. They are designed to align your foot and ankle into the most anatomical position possible to reduce any strain on the body. The training behind them allows the pedorthists at The Shoe Doctor in Dublin, California to diagnose the problem, […]
How Do I Maintain My Custom Orthotics? 6 Do’s And Don’ts You Need To Know
When getting custom orthotics, it is very important to make sure that they are not causing pain. There are two ways to maintain the comfort level. The first is to have your orthotics checked out periodically. If you are in San Ramon or Livermore, a conveniently located pedorthist is just around the corner! If you are having pain, […]
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 bag or Gatorade water bottle is part of the excitement of getting ready for practice, or matches, or just psyching oneself up for the work […]
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 foot, you know how important the health of your feet can be in keeping you playing in top form. While playing tennis, the body […]
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 ankle bones to the toes. Have you or a loved one experienced pain due to Metatarsalgia? Looking for something for long-term relief? You can surely […]
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 tred, you may need to see your pedorthist to see about getting some custom orthotic insoles that will help with correcting this issue. These professionally […]