Your 2018 Foot Check Daily Checklist

Your 2018 Foot Check Daily Checklist

Do you have diabetes? Poor circulation? Neuropathy? If you said yes to any of those conditions, then the daily foot check needs to be part of your routine—even if you’ve never had foot problems in the past. It won’t take you long—just a couple of minutes, once or...
A Quick Primer on Orthotic Types

A Quick Primer on Orthotic Types

Insertable shoe insoles—generally called orthotics—can come in all kinds of sizes and shapes, and fit all kinds of different shoes. They can be designed to address any number of specific foot or ankle conditions. Orthotics can be made from a wide range of materials,...
How Custom Orthotics Are Made

How Custom Orthotics Are Made

Custom orthotics are among the most effective treatment tools at a podiatrist’s disposal. Unlike padded insoles that you can buy off the rack at a pharmacy, custom orthotics can offer a lot more than just a generic layer of cushioned sponginess. Because they are...