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Vibram Five Fingers
Vibrams are minimalistic barefoot footwear. Their latest offering geared towards feminine, indoor alternative fitness. Stylish, Sleek and Snazzy, can be used across a variety of activities from Pilates to Yoga to Running. V-Soul The sole of the shoe cups the soul...
Stay Off the Mule Train
Summertime weather has us jumping out of our laced-up boots and brogues and into our mules and slides which are lighter and more breathable, but are they doing you more harm than good? Stay off the mule train During the colder weather our shoes generally have more...
Slippers and Your Feet
During the colder months, many people like to pop their feet into warm slippers before padding around the house or relaxing in front of the TV. Years ago, slippers were mainly confined to the bathroom and bedroom; now they’re worn much more. If you’ve been working...
High Heels From a Podiatrist View
According to the TV show Cheers,the secret to life may just be comfortable shoes! It’s been said that a woman who puts on a pair of high heels instantly changes. It’s worth noting that we used the word “woman” because, even though men donned heels regularly in...
Can Flip Flops Be Dangerous?
There are benefits that many people enjoy while wearing flip flops. These can include feeling fresh air on the feet, additionally, they are easy to wear, and come in a variety of colors and styles. Many people who choose to wear flip flops take shorter steps, and...
Taping or Strapping of the Feet
Strapping or taping can be applied to an ankle for any sport that requires a lot of jumping, running and quick changes in direction. Strapping is a temporary form of bracing that is applied to your foot, leg or knee to offload painful areas, muscles or tendons. As...
Lupus and Feet
If you regularly experience foot cramps and other foot pain, you could have an autoimmune disease that impacts your joints and muscles. Many people with lupus experience foot cramps. However, lupus symptoms mimic many other illnesses, so it requires a diagnosis from...
Shoes and Foot Pain
From your $2 flip-flops to your $150 stilettos or running shoes, not all shoes are created equal—no matter the price or brand name. If you’ve ever peeled off your heels during a long day at work or taken off your tennis shoes after a long run only to find blisters or...
What is Podiatry?
Podiatrists are medical specialists who have been trained to assess, diagnose, and treat conditions related to the feet, ankle, lower limbs, and their associated structures. Injury, overuse, or conditions causing inflammation involving any of the bones, ligaments, or...
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