Let’s Go For A Run! Whether a professional runner or someone who runs for exercise, everyone runs at their own pace! Running is a great way to stay in shape mentally and physically. So whatever the reason for being active on your feet, it is important to keep them healthy, supported, and comfortable. Maybe …
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Say Goodbye to Your Pain One day you’re on a run and your feet are feeling pretty happy, but come the next day and you are experiencing the sudden onset of pain. Your feet could very well be telling you something about the pain in your back, knees, hips, or ankles. It’s important to listen …
My Aching Feet! With the hectic commute from home to the train station to the walk to your office downtown, “hustle-bustle” is part of your daily life! And your feet start aching well before that 5 o’clock whistle blows! While you don’t see the demands of your daily life changing anytime soon, you …
Can Orthotics Help Knee Pain? The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and there is a gentle breeze in the air. It feels like a perfect day to roll up your sleeves and plant those cucumbers and tomatoes! But no sooner do you get your hat, gardening gloves, and trowel ready, you begin to …
What Are Insoles for Running? Custom orthotics for runners work in a very similar way to how regular orthotics do–but supercharged! But before we begin to define what custom orthotics for runners are, let’s discuss runners and their needs. What Makes a Great Runner? Are great runners defined by their physique or their mindset? …
Orthotics Insoles: More Than Meets the Eye When people hear the words “insoles” and “custom orthotics,” they immediately believe that the two are synonymous. While both over-the-counter insoles and custom molded orthotics are designed to provide comfort and support to the foot, there is a big difference in the way that they are manufactured…not to …
Custom orthotics, not to be confused with insoles, are custom made orthotic shoe inserts designed to address specific areas of pain or discomfort that users may have, as well as to fit user feet with extreme precision for maximum effectiveness. Because they are custom made, they can be designed to fit into virtually any and …
When deciding whether custom foot orthotics or insoles (over the counter orthotics) are best for you, it is crucial to understand what makes each product different. Generally, orthotics and insoles are terms that can be used interchangeably, as both are effective methods of treating a number of foot related issues. Most commonly they are used …
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Hiking is a great way to get exercise while experiencing nature. However, if you have any type of foot pain, you may struggle to hike comfortably. The fear of foot pain can keep novice hikers from getting supportive hiking boots. Sure, you may be able to tackle a moderate trail in a pair of sports …
People always ask us if custom orthotics are worth the cost? Our answer is yes. If you experience foot problems and need orthotics to stabilize your feet, correct your gait, align your body, treat existing problems, or prevent future problems, the money you spend on custom orthotics will be repaid by lack of pain and …
