Now that county fair season is here, my crew and I have been spending a great deal of time on our feet in the exposition halls. All of us were used to walking, but none of us were prepared for the incredible pain and discomfort brought on by standing all day on a hard concrete ...
Back pain can be caused by a number of things from injury to stress to poor posture! The difficulty lies in diagnosing the proper cause and attempting to rectify the situation! But did you know a misalignment of your body no matter how small, can wreak havoc from your head to your toes! Pain is ...
Naot footwear is a line of shoes that are known for their comfort and durability that make shoes for women, men and children. The Naot brand is made in Israel and come in European sizes. The styles only come in one standard width. Women’s styles start at size 35, approximately a 4 and come in ...
Do you stand on your feet all day, or work in a fast paced moving environment? Walking shoe inserts or orthotics is a great alternative to the flimsy cushioning put into the shoe by the manufacturer. Due to my flat foot condition I use custom made orthotics; however there are many great consumer choices available ...
Did you know that you don’t have to play tennis to get tennis elbow? It’s a painful condition common to those who manage to lift and push enough to inflame a tendon in the arm. What exactly is tennis elbow? According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), its medical name is lateral epicondylitis. ...
The best men’s dress shoes for flat feet offer full orthopedic support without marring the outward elegance of the shoe. Chosen for their excellence in their class, each of these best men’s dress shoes for flat feet will make a welcome addition to your closet, be it for a wedding, work, or an afternoon stroll ...
For children who suffer from complications involving a bone disorder, the impact can lead to abnormal growth and development. When the complications of bone development are genetically based, your child may find the treatment for the abnormal growth and development is quite limited. Metabolic bone disorders are a leading impairment of child growth and development. ...
If you have feet problems, your entire body feels it. My husband’s feet have hurt him for years. The pain recently got so bad that he went to the doctor. His diagnosis was heel spurs, fallen arches, and muscle atrophy. The doctor told him that if he did not do something about it, the problem ...
There was a time not too long ago where orthotics were thought of as the exclusive domain of persons who suffered with painful joint conditions, and found it difficult to walk. Nowadays, anyone who has experienced the difference between specially formed support underneath their arches, and going “solo”, prefers orthotics. Wearing orthotics is also recommended ...
ACHILLES TENDON PAIN Where the Achilles tendon is located and what it does: The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It is the thick, rope-like cord on the back of the heel that connects the heel to the calf muscles. This tendon supports your entire body weight with each step. The Achilles ...