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Are Oofos The Right Jandal For Me?

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…

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Do I Have a Heel Spur?

Did you know that no one, other than Superman, has X-Ray vision? Im sure this comes as no suprise, so the next time you’re told by a friend, a concerned family member, or health professional that you have a heel spur, and they are not wearing a red cape and…

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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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Foot Problems Can Cause Back Pain

Did you know that some back problems are directly related to poorly functioning feet and if you support and control the foot function, your back pain could be considerably reduced? If you’ve had ongoing back pain, you need to keep reading. Physiotherapists and Chiropractors treat more back problems than anyone else,…

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Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)

What is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? So, it is a bit a mouthful, but what actually is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)? Basically, there is a muscle high up on the inside of your leg called the Posterior Tibial muscle. This muscle attaches to a tendon, tendons attach muscles to…

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