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Footwear features to reduce your risk of falls

As we age, our risk and fear of falling during normal day to day activity significantly increases. Approximately 30-40% of elderly individuals fall each year with 5 -15% resulting in serious injury.   There are many factors that influence the risk of falls in the elderley and footwear is high…

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Runner’s Knee and Hip Pain

runner's knee and hip pain

What is Runner’s Knee and Hip Pain? The Iliotibial band (ITB) is a large fibrous structure which runs from high up on the hip, down the outside of your leg, to insert into the lower leg (tibia), just below the knee joint. The ITB can be felt by bending the…

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Runner’s Knee

Runner's Knee

What is Runner’s Knee? Runner’s knee is a common condition affecting around 15-35% of the active population, and it is more common in women than men. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) affects the front of the knee joint, in particular, the patella (kneecap) and the distal end of the femur (thigh…

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Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction

What is it Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is where the large tendon joining the bones in the arch of your foot to a large muscle in your calf becomes stretched and loses its strength and ability to function properly.This all occurs with pain and often…

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Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis

What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia (PF) is a bundle of strong connective tissue which runs the entire length of the sole of the foot. It fans out from the heel running towards the toes. The PF is important for maintaining strength and arch of the foot. Due to…

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