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Find expert articles from physical therapists and podiatrists to help understand, diagnose, and treat different foot health issues such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, flat feet, and more.

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5 Best Insoles for Flat Feet—Tested by Physical Therapists

Insoles can help relieve pain, redistribute pressure, and correct any malalignment in the leg due to different types of flat feet. However, because of the sheer number of insoles o

December 17, 2024

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October 3, 2024

Types of Ankle Sprains: A Complete Guide It can be difficult to ascertain why your ankle hurts and whether it is a sprain or a fracture. A sprain is caused by a rapid stretch applied to a structure, usually a ligament, causing pain and infla

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September 19, 2024

Super Shoes: What Are They and How Do They Work?We've got an interesting one for you! This article will discuss the question of whether "super shoes," the hi-tech running shoes, can actually help you break speed records and stay healthier as you ru

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September 19, 2024

Vitamins for Shin Splints: Choose the Right Supplements Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, occur when the muscle and connective tissue surrounding the shin bone become inflamed. This condition is characterized by pain along the anterior edge o

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September 19, 2024

Wearing Orthotics: Is It a Life-Long Necessity? Orthotics are prescribed in various forms to treat a range of foot conditions that you may experience. These conditions include plantar fasciitis/heel pain, bunions, metatarsalgia, and more. Acquirin

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September 18, 2024

Why Different Athletes Experience Different Benefits From Orthotics Even though each human body's anatomy and physiology are the same, they are all intricately different in physicality, functionality, and other aspects. Every sport differs in the type of stress they

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September 18, 2024

Why and When Should You Use Custom Orthotics?Although there are some foot conditions that can be excruciatingly painful, the existence and effects of others can go unnoticed. The treatment of many foot conditions can be aided with the use of cus

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September 18, 2024

Which Athletes Can Benefit From Wearing Orthotics?Exercises consist of different levels of impact, which places varying degrees of stress on your feet that force your foot to function in different ways. As such, some athletes benefit more from orthot

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September 17, 2024

Where Can You Buy Custom Orthotics Online?Custom orthotics can be ordered online from many websites, but the best online store to buy custom-made orthotics is Upstep, the foot-pain relief company. It doesn't matter if you are trying to figure

Custom Orthotic 101: Rigid vs Soft Orthotics

September 16, 2024

Rigid vs. Soft Orthotics for Flat Feet, Plantar Fasciitis, and More While over-the-counter orthotics are typically for general use, custom orthotics are designed for use in managing specific conditions. Because the aim is to address different conditions, they come in