What is Turf Toe?

What is Turf Toe?

A sprain of the ligament around the big toe joint is called “turf toe”. Turf toe was coined in reference to the fact that it tends be a common occurrence in contact sports such as soccer and football.  What is Turf Toe? Turf toe happens when you bend your...
3D Printed Orthotics

3D Printed Orthotics

Many runners experience pain in their feet, knees, hips, and backs. This is often due to poor biomechanics, which can often be traced back to the feet. A common intervention to help correct these issues and alleviate pain is custom foot orthotics (insoles). Thanks to...
Why Do My Arches Hurt?

Why Do My Arches Hurt?

There are many reasons why your arches hurts and each can lead to different solutions. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia tissue on the sole of the feet, which causes painful heel spurs and intense foot pain upon movements. Foot cramps are...
Preventing Blisters

Preventing Blisters

Hiking and walking are one of life’s greatest outdoor activities, but it can also leave you with some unsightly consequences. This happens quite often with people who love to hike, but don’t know how to prevent blistering. Blisters are fluid-filled lumps...
Preventing Fungal Nails

Preventing Fungal Nails

The pain of unsightly toenails isn’t just painful; it can seriously affect your quality of life. The infection can prevent people from wearing sandals and participating in water activities, two things many people look forward to in the summer. Onychomycosis is common,...