The Thera-Ped Blog

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When to Replace Orthotics? Are They Still Good? And How Often Should I Get a New Pair?

March 20, 2024

Are you wondering when to replace orthotics? When people get a new set of custom foot orthotics, one of the first questions is: how long they will last? How often should I get a new pair? The Short Answer for…

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anatomical foot diagram displaying tension on the plantar fascia resulting in plantar fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis: Why We Get It and What Can We Do About It?

March 20, 2024

Plantar fasciitis – everybody recognizes it, even if they’ve never had it. You can’t scroll online or walk through a drug store these days without seeing an article or product to treat this dreaded condition. It is a terribly annoying…

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Aging and Health: Advice for the Road Ahead and 3 Ways to Stay Young

November 13, 2023

Aging and Health are two highly correlated aspects of a person’s life, and typically we’re taught that as you get older, your health gets worse. I believe this causes people to see age and health like this: Rather than, the…

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Walking Shoes: The 3 Absolute Must-Knows for Picking the Right Shoes

October 16, 2023

Walking shoes are a trend that has taken the world by storm, with the differentiation of footwear for walking, running, hiking, and even playing golf! Walking is highly underrated as a form of exercise, but in fact, is much easier…

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Find a Better Balance: 4 Tips for Fall Prevention in Older Adults

October 2, 2023

Falling isn’t something we usually consider unless we have had one or a close call. But tell me, where do broken hips and ankles come from? There are many reasons why our balance may be “off” to the point that…

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A woman having orthotics fitted onto her shoe for arch support.

My Feet Hurt! Using Custom Orthotics to Conquer and Prevent Foot Pain

September 18, 2023

Have you found yourself in foot pain? Maybe an aching feeling, maybe you’re getting pins and needles, and maybe you find yourself taking your shoes off halfway through the day just to give your feet a break. You’re not alone…

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Foot Orthotics: Are They Really Helpful, a Hindrance, or a Crutch?

September 4, 2023

I am constantly surprised by how much controversy there is about the usefulness of foot orthotics. However, it is not without a healthy amount of skepticism. There are so many medical advances and people constantly trying to sell you something…

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Woman holding painful foot indicating foot neuropathy.

Can You Feel That? Neuropathy in the Feet and the 4 Actionable Steps You Can Take

August 21, 2023

As Pedorthists we have always worked with clients who have neuropathy. For the most part these people have usually had Diabetes or impairment of sensation from injuries or surgeries. In the past few years, we have seen increasing numbers of…

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Running on treadmill wearing running shoes with rocker soles. Walking shoes and the 6 types of rocker soles.

Rocker Soles: Pros, Cons, and the 6 Special Types of Rockers

August 7, 2023

Rocker soles are an integral component of any modern walking or running shoe. While there are many features to look for in a “walking shoe,” we’re going to be examining specifically the rocker sole. What is a rocker sole? Well,…

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A woman is stretching, using structured movement, to alleviate pain in her ankle, knee, hip or back. Biomechanics of the foot.

Biomechanics of the Foot: 7 Ways to Eliminate Pain from Head to Toe

July 24, 2023

The Biomechanics of the Foot Biomechanics is the study of applying physics (mechanics) to a living body (biological organism). The foot is a complex biomechanical mechanism consisting of 28 bones, 33 joints, and 112 ligaments. In our practice, we see…

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