Who Needs Custom Ski Orthotics/Footbeds Q: Who needs custom footbeds/ski orthotics in their boots? A: Everyone. During the midstance phase of walking (when the foot is in total contact with the ground) the foot is in a mobile adaptive or flexible condition. It is supposed to “pronate” to reduce shock to the leg, knee, and […]
About Heel Pain by Jeffrey Jacobs, C. Ped Of all foot problems, heel pain among the most common and it can be the most debilitating. Understanding the causes of heel pain can go a long way toward preventing this most uncomfortable condition. Most heel pain is caused by “overuse” This may be excessive weight, increased
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ADDENDUM ANDREW L. CHEN, MD, MS Rationale There is a high incidence of ankle and knee injuries that can be attributed to inappropriate footwear among the top, internationally competitive athletes of USASJ, and this has been associated with loss of time in training and competition. Importantly, this has also resulted in a loss of performance
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Q: Who needs custom footbeds / ski orthotics in their boots?A: Everyone. During the mid stance phase of walking (when the foot is in total contact with the ground) the foot is in a mobile adaptive or flexible condition. It is supposed to “pronate” to reduce shock to the leg, knee and back. This is the position
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Dancers are a unique breed of athletes, especially ballet dancers. They are not just dancers…they both athletes and performing artists. The art form demands that a dancer be esthetically pleasing…slender to the point of being fragile; flexible yet strong, powerful, and resilient. There are many factors involved in keeping a dancer’s body healthy…especially the feet
“Foot Related Sports Injuries” by Jeffrey Jacobs, C. Ped This is the time of year when doctors, physical therapists, and athletic trainers all roll up their sleeves and brace themselves for the onslaught of sports injuries. Foot and foot-related injuries are among the most common of all sports injuries. Since most foot-related problems are caused by
