Fitting Kids
Even though the life of children’s footwear is short, it is still important that shoes fit properly and provide adequate support. Have your child’s feet meaured properly. Not from the shoe stocker at the mall, but a professional that knows what to look for. Try to find a certified pedorothist in your […]
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Preventing Foot Blisters
The key to preventing foot blisters is to purchase shoes that offer the right combination of size, comfort and support.
1 Shop for shoes in the afternoon as feet sewll during the day, so midday is the best time for a good fit.
2 Wear the socks you would normally wear when you go for the fitting.
3 […]
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Cuboid - Fifth Metatarsal
The fifth metatarsal bone runs from the midfoot to the base of small toe. The end of the fifth metatarsal is felt as the bump over the outside part of the midfoot and is very prone to injury.
There are three types of fractures that may occur:
Avulsion Fractures: The tip of the bone […]
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Calcaneocuboid Joint
For those interested, the calcaneocuboid joint is found in the foot between the heel bone (the calcaneus bone) and the cuboid bone (bone shaped and found in front of the heel bone).
The calcaneocuboid joint is a gliding joint, supported and strengthened by ligaments. They are the capsular ligament, bifurcated ligament, dorsal calcaneocuboid ligament, long […]
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Shoe Size Chart
A question that always gets asked is how does my shoe size compare to shoe sizes in Europe, Britain, and Japan? This is very helpful if you are travelling out of the country and want to buy a pair of shoes. This chart will help you decide what shoe size you need for British, European, […]
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Over Pronation
We’ve all heard the term “Over Pronation,” but what does it mean?
It seems it is a much more common problem than most realize. Over pronation occurs when the foot rolls inward while taking a step, thus turning the lower leg inward. This action can put stress on the back, the hip and the knee.
One […]
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Athlete’s Foot
Athlete’s foot is a very common skin condition, in fact many people will develop it at least once. However it is uncommon in women and children.
Moisture, sweating and lack of proper ventilation of the feet is the perfect environment for the fungus of athlete’s foot to grow. Athlete’s foot should not be ignored–it can be […]
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Cold-Feet
The cause of cold feet may be more easily identified if other symptoms exist. Further searches on these combination of symptoms will give you more information:
* Cold feet and Toe paresthesia
* Cold feet and Back paralysis
* Cold feet and Cravings
* Cold feet and Ophthalmoplegia
* Cold feet and Chin paresthesia/ tingling
* Cold feet and Head symptoms
* […]
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A Guy’s View on Shoes
I never liked walking. It’s just not my thing. When visiting the Grand Canyon, I drove as close to the overlook as possible, got out of the car and strolled to the edge to take a look. Then, hopped in the car for a short trip to the next overlook. I […]
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Plantar Fasciitis…………..a Personal View
Plantar Fasciitis is more than just a pair of “tired dogs”.
If you have aching or painful arches you may have plantar fasciitis. The most common symptom would be painful feet when first getting out of bed until you “walk it off”. This comes from the muscles tightening on you as you […]
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Itchy Feet
Have you ever had itchy, burning feet and had the darndest time getting rid of it? You probably had (or have) athelete’s feet (a fungus that is more apt to affect the skin between the toes) or it could also be eczema or dermatitis, which usually affects the sole of the feet.
There are over […]
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Winter Feet
During winter, try to keep your feet as warm and dry as as possible, especially if you are diebetic (poor circulation) or getting on in years (long in the tooth). Your extremities get the least amount of blood when the body is exposed to the cold, so be extra careful. Frost-bite is a […]
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Sandal Pain in Men
Originally worn by the Romans, sandals are growing in popularity, as much as 20% in the last 2 years. Along with the growing popularity of men’s sandals come more aches and pains for male feet. Doctors with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) say the wrong sandal could cause problems including […]
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Sweaty Feet or Plantar Hyperhidrosis
Sweaty feet - we’ve all got them! The human foot has the capacity to produce at least ½ a cup of perspiration per day. But some of us produce much more than others. That is what we call Plantar Hyperhydrosis. There is help for excessively sweaty feet? While there is no […]
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Knee Pain
Knee pain is generally caused by overuse. It is often a result of excessive impact shock forces absorbed in the knee area as well as natural pronation of the foot. Besides reducing the level of exercise for a short period of time, extremely well cushioned shoes as well as replacement cushioning insoles are recommended to […]
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Tendonitis - Posterior Tibial
Tendons are the connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. The posterior tibial tendon attaches to a bone in the foot called the navicular, helping stabilize your arch. Posterior tibial tendonitis is inflammation of this tendon occurring from overuse. This inflammation is caused by extra stress, usually due to a collapsing arch. Because pain occurs […]
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