Nothing ruins a round of golf faster than sore and achy feet before you head to the back nine. Even if you’re riding in a cart, you’ll still put a fair amount of steps on your feet and ask them to absorb different stress patterns during your swing, and if your feet aren’t in the […]
Steel Toe Boots And Your Foot Health
On the surface, steel toe boots seem to offer your feet an extra layer of protection when you’re on the job site. However, if you look a little more closely at the shoe, and it’s easy to see why workers who spend a significant amount of time in these shoes can develop foot issues. In […]
Why Do Foot Arches Fall Flat?
A healthy foot typically has a small arch to it, but as we’ve seen in our line of work, feet come in all different shapes and sizes. Some people have a very pronounced arch, while others have incredibly flat feet, and oftentimes these foot shapes don’t present with any symptoms. A foot’s natural arch serves […]
Why Plantar Fasciitis Cases Peak In The Summer
Are you dealing with new or worsening heel pain? Does your discomfort seem to peak in the morning and then fade a bit as your day goes on? If so, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with the early stages of plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is a condition we’ve covered at length on this blog, […]
Could Next-Gen Soccer Cleats Prevent Injuries?
The World Cup soccer tournament came to a close yesterday as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final, and overall the tournament was viewed as largely successful. All of the big name superstars played well in the tournament, and there were very few major injuries in the newly expanded 48-team tournament. However, soccer is a […]