Question: Whatâs the quickest way to ruin a hiking adventure and distract you from the beauty of the great outdoors? Answer: Pain. Thankfully, we now have the technology to prevent said pain, which can include aching feet, shin splints, sore muscles, knees, and back pain. A good pair of orthotic insoles or inserts can make…
Latex-Free Insoles and Footwear Available at TheInsoleStore.com
When we hear the word latex, many thoughts may come to mind. It is an incredibly versatile, widely used material in manufacturing. Latex rubber is a naturally occurring substance found in nature in about 10% of all flowering plants. A synthetic version can also be achieved in a lab. Unfortunately, latex allergies are extremely common. An…
How To Stop Foot Pain
If you have foot pain, you may have already gone to the doctor and received prescription medications. If so, ask yourself a few simple questions. Was your pain actually diagnosed with a specific foot condition? Is the foot condition a physical problem that can be solved by placing orthopedic inserts or orthopedic insoles in your shoes?…
The Foot is a Precision Piece of Machinery
The foot is a precision piece of machinery which is fundamental for our movement and daily activities. The foot contains 26 bones including 2 sesamoids under the big toe. A network of muscles, tendons, and ligaments support bones and joints in the foot. Muscles give the foot its shape by holding the bones in position….
Forefoot Pain: Prevention and Treatment for Metatarsalgia
Forefoot pain can be caused by many different disorders. The most common condition is metatarsalgia, a painful disorder associated with the metatarsal (ball of foot) region of the foot. Metatarsalgia affects the bones and joints at the ball of the foot, and symptoms are generally located under the 2nd, 3rd and 4th metatarsal heads, which…