Heel spurs are a calcification in the bones of the heel that is generally shaped with jagged edges. They are usually found close to the area where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel and can cause sharp pain, soreness, and/or fatigue in the heels of your feet.
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Bunion relief doesn’t always have to include surgery!
Hallux Valgus, or commonly known as bunions, is a deformity of the foot where your big toe moves towards the other toes, causing the joint to protrude. The meaning of hallux refers to your large toe, and valgus meaning misalignment or displacement. Bunions can cause calluses where the joint protrudes, corns, inflammation of the big…
Big and Tall, We Have Them All!
Many people who have larger foot sizes or even wide widths can have a hard time finding the perfect support. Knee, hip, and back pain can all be caused by not having the correct foundation for your feet and most of the time wide width shoes do not provide that. Whether you need a cushioned,…
Heel Spurs and The Best Inserts for Relief
Heel spurs are a calcium deposit that causes a bony protrusion under the heel bone, caused by strains on foot muscles and ligaments or the repeated tearing of the membrane that covers the heel bone. They are often associated with Plantar Fasciitis, where the Plantar Fascia, or the band of connective tissue that runs from…
How Do I Care for My Insoles?
Depending on what your insoles are made of, getting them too wet is extremely inadvisable. Foam cushion or cloth covered insoles are especially susceptible to water damage. In the event that your insoles become water-logged, remove them from your shoes as soon as possible, gently pat with a dry towel to remove any surface moisture…