Foot Care and Foot Orthotics Articles

Common Foot Problems

Foot problems are a common occurrence. At one time or another just about everyone will experience either pain or discomfort in their feet.  While there are some things that can be done to minimize or prevent problems, they are still likely to occur simply because we use our feet all the time and they bear a lot of weight.  Wearing shoes made of quality... [Read more of this article]

Arch Support for Flat Feet

Arch Support for Flat Feet Flat feet can be very uncomfortable and painful. Individuals who suffer from them may choose to use arch supports to help relieve some of the pain and take pressure off the arches and the ligaments and tendons that support them.  Arch supports can be purchased over-the-counter or they can be made by a doctor to specifically... [Read more of this article]

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Miami Florida

Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) or Extra Corporeal Activation Technique (EPAT) in Miami Florida Footcare Express of Miami, Florida, provides to its patients a breakthrough solution to alleviate pain in the feet.  This non-invasive procedure in which shock waves are used is known as Extra-Corporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) or also known as... [Read more of this article]

Choosing the Right Orthotic

How to Choose the Right Prefabricated Orthotic There are many different types prefabricated arch supports and inserts to choose from in today’s marketplace. Each of these over-the-counter products promises to be “band-aids” and relieve pain and discomfort for foot, knee, leg, hip and back pain. The balancing act here is the middle of the road... [Read more of this article]

Our First Steps – Flat Feet

I often hear people tell me that they have the “flattest feet” or their feet are “flat as a board”. In truth, the only people that truly have normal “flatfeet” are infants. Flatfoot may be defined as an absence of the arch upon standing or walking. It is often associated with excessive inward “rolling”... [Read more of this article]

Neuroma Pain: A Common Problem

Neuroma pain is typically described as a burning, tingling pain of the forefoot and toes.  It can also be felt as an aching or shooting pain in the forefoot.  Patients with this problem commonly state that it feels like they are walking on a pebble under their forefoot.  The patients usually state that removing their shoes and massaging the forefoot... [Read more of this article]

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