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Ways to Prevent, Treat, and Cure Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

The posterior tibial nerve, which is one of the two branches of the sciatic nerve, provides motor and sensory innervations to the lower leg and foot muscles. It passes through the tarsal tunnel—the osteofibrous space (composed of bone and soft connective tissue) situated in the middle back part of the ankle. Anything that causes the… 

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Custom Orthotics: A Perfect Fit

Custom orthotics are specially designed inserts made for an individual’s specific anatomical and condition requirements. They are used to accommodate or correct gait or structural abnormalities and can help to correct an irregular walking pattern that may be causing symptoms of foot, ankle, leg, or back pain. Podiatrists and orthopedic surgeons often prescribe custom orthotics… 

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Can a Trip to the Shoe Store Prevent Plantar Fasciitis from Returning?

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is the inflammation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of your foot called the plantar fascia, which supports the arch of your foot and absorbs impact with every step you take. Treating plantar fasciitis involves determining the root cause,… 

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Benefits of Getting Custom Orthotics

There are mass-produced orthotics you can buy at your neighborhood drugstore, and you’ve probably experienced what it’s like to use them. It’s like taking a single medication to treat all the ailments you have ever had: it simply doesn’t work. Mass-produced orthotics never really work, and if they do, the benefits are limited and short-lived… 

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Flip-flop fear: how these flimsy shoes can impact your step

Warm weather calls for footwear that will keep your feet cool. Popular summer footwear include open sandals, slides, and flip-flops. Of the three, flip-flops are what can do the most harm on your feet. The problems can run the gamut, from scrapes, wounds, and thickened skin to tendinitis and ankle sprains. While they are light… 

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