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When a Patient says they have sore heels it’s important for them to understand not all Heel Pain is created equal. Heel pain is not a singular problem, and it doesn’t just affect one area of the heel. A Patient presenting with Heel Pain could be experiencing pain directly under…
Oofos Jandals and slides are helpful for a recovery shoe for many of our Clients. Oofos are constructed from a unique and proprietary, closed cell form which they have named, OOfoam technology. Which helps absorb 37% more impact than traditional foam footwear. We recommend these as a helpful adjunct when…
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…
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…
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…
