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Best Shoe Inserts For Fat Pad Atrophy
Fat Pad Atrophy is the thinning of the fatty tissue under the heel bone and the forefoot, resulting in pain when standing, walking and running. Fat Pad Atrophy is a difficult condition to treat and one of the most effective treatment methods is insoles or inserts. This article will recommend two of the best inserts…
Read moreBaxter’s Nerve Entrapment Insoles
Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment is a condition that causes pain in the heel bone, and it is often misdiagnosed as Plantar Fasciitis. The Baxter’s Nerve is superficial and easy to irritate from trauma, tight shoes or ill-fitting insoles, leading to pain, pins and needles or numbness on the heel or underside of the foot. This article…
Read moreInsoles for Heel Pain
Multiple conditions can cause heel pain, but Plantar Fasciitis is the most common. A common pattern of Plantar Fasciitis is pain first thing in the morning or when walking after sitting for an extended period of time. Plantar Fasciitis pain is normally located on the inner heel, while Heel pain on the centre of the…
Read moreNeck of Femur Stress Fracture
Overview Neck of Femur Stress Fracture is a relatively uncommon condition that predominantly affects marathon and long-distance runners. The femoral neck is the portion of the femur that sits between the femoral head (which articulates with the acetabulum to form the hip joint) and the femoral diaphysis (i.e. the thigh bone). Causes Bones are subjected…
Read morePeroneal Tendonitis Insoles
Peroneal Tendonitis Insoles: A Key Part of Treatment The Peroneal Tendon runs along the outside of the shin and attaches to the outer side and underside of the foot. They act as stabilisers for the foot and ankle, and their primary function is to turn the foot outward (eversion). If the Peroneal Tendon becomes overloaded through…
Read moreBest Insoles for Insertional Achilles Tendonitis
Insertional Achilles Tendonitis is a condition that affects the Achilles Tendon at the point where it attaches to the back of the heel bone, resulting in inflammation and pain at the back of the heel. Physiotherapy, including strengthening exercises and insoles, is vital in treating Insertional Achilles Tendonitis. By raising the heel height and providing…
Read morePlantar Fasciitis Night Splint
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is a painful condition that affects the heel bone and the arch of the foot. The Plantar Fascia attaches the heel bone to the ball of the foot. Its function is to provide structure and stability to the foot when standing and walking; however, if the Plantar Fascia becomes…
Read moreBest Insoles for Capsulitis
Capsulitis is a condition that mainly affects the 2nd metatarsophalangeal joint of the foot due to overload or trauma to the joint that results in inflammation and pain. Patients often describe feeling a sharp pain when walking or running that improves with rest. There are several treatment options for capsulitis, including Physical Therapy, exercises, footwear,…
Read moreHow Do I know if I Need Orthotics for Running?
Orthotics are a form of shoe inserts that can be custom-made, and some orthotics are prefabricated. Their use ranges from providing additional comfort and cushioning to your shoes to influencing your biomechanics. If you are running and getting foot or knee pain, you might need orthotics. Orthotics have been proven effective in treating common running…
Read morePTTD: Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
What is PTTD? PTTD (Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction) is a condition that affects the Poster Tibial Tendon, leading it to become weak and painful on the medial ankle, resulting in an adult-acquired flat foot. PTTD Symptoms PTTD in the early stages can result in pain in the inner ankle that is worse with impact activities…
Read morePolicemans Heel
What is Policeman’s Heel? Policeman’s Heel is also known as Plantar Fasciitis and is a condition that causes pain and inflammation on the underside of the heel bone and medial arch of the foot. Policeman’s Heel affects a thick band of tissue called the Plantar Fascia, which provides stability to the underside of the foot….
Read moreBest Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis: UK
Plantar Fasciitis is a painful condition that results in pain on the inner aspect of the heel bone, and in some cases, discomfort extends to the medial arch of the foot. The Plantar Fascia spreads like a fan across the foot to provide structural integrity and assist with the gait cycle. However, if the Plantar…
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