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A Podiatrist's Guide to Quieting Squeaky Orthotics

A Podiatrist's Guide to Quieting Squeaky Orthotics

Silence squeaky orthotics with expert tips! Learn to Identify the issue, use powder, moleskin, lubricate, use a dryer sheet, or reevaluate shoes. Happy feet, happy life! Call for more solutions.

Soleful Struggles: Managing Heel Pain in Individuals Living with Diabetes

Soleful Struggles: Managing Heel Pain in Individuals Living with Diabetes

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Having diabetes along with heel pain can be challenging to treat. Heel pain, which can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Heel pain in diabetics can stem from various causes, and understanding these factors is crucial for effective management and relief. 

Exploring Treatment Options for Plantar Fibromas

Exploring Treatment Options for Plantar Fibromas

As a podiatrist, my primary goal is to help my patients regain their comfort when walking and standing, especially when faced with conditions like plantar fibromas. Plantar fibromas, those firm nodules that can develop on the bottom of the feet, can often lead to discomfort and pain making it crucial to explore effective treatment options.  There are several conservative therapies that aim to alleviate discomfort, improve mobility, and enhance overall quality of life.

Step-by-Step Guide: Breaking in Your New Custom Molded Orthotics

Step-by-Step Guide: Breaking in Your New Custom Molded Orthotics

Congratulations on your new custom-molded orthotics! These customized devices are designed to provide optimal support, alignment, and comfort for your feet. As a podiatrist, I understand the importance of a proper break-in process to ensure that your orthotics seamlessly integrate with your feet and footwear. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Custom Molded Orthotics

Frequently Asked Questions about Custom Molded Orthotics

Custom Molded orthotics vs Over the Counter orthotics

  • Custom molded orthotics are directly molded to a patient's foot. OTC inserts are generic and may only address the arch height, high medium, and low. Sizing is based on a range of sizes, not your exact size.

What is the difference between an orthotic and insert?

Orthotics and inserts each are effective in treating foot and ankle conditions such as neuroma, and plantar fasciitis. While the two terms are used interchangeably, they are different! What makes an orthotic different than an insert?

The Scoop on Cold Laser Therapy

The Scoop on Cold Laser Therapy

In the medical field, second opinions are not only helpful, but they’re often strongly encouraged when your diagnosis proves to be a complex case. When it comes to plantar fasciitis, a decent amount of sufferers find permanent relief from merely resting or using custom orthotics.

Volunteering to Help Your Feet AND Your Community!

Volunteering to Help Your Feet AND Your Community!

Each year on March 13th, folks around the world celebrate National Good Samaritan’s Day. This can be done simply by extending a helping hand to a neighbor in need or even signing up for a monthly shift volunteering at your local homeless shelter.