Taking 10,000 Steps a Day With You — knee pain

Foot Pain and conditions are the number one reason to why orthotic shoe insoles are used; however, there are other pains that can both be treated or prevented with insoles. Shoe insoles can provide extra cushion (or shock absorption) and orthotic support for both one's heel and arch. Properly positioning one's foot with an orthotic arch support can provide the proper foot alignment to assist with ones ankle, leg, hip, lower back and knee pain. While knee pain can be a result of many issues and should be examined by a doctor, shoe insoles can assist with the pain. Often...

Knee pain can have many different causes, such as injury, arthritis, ligament or cartilage tear, patellar tendinitis, or bursitis. The most overlooked cause of knee pain, however, is due to incorrectly aligned feet. You might notice pain that worsens from kneeling, squatting, bending and/or rising after long periods of sitting. But, how is my knee pain related to my feet? Since your feet are your foundation, foot problems can cause pain throughout and a proper Orthotic Arch Support can assist in a proper foot foundation. Top brand Orthotic Arch Supports can be heat-molded to form a custom fit. PowerStep Insoles...

One of the most common misconceptions about arch supports is that they only help the arches of your feet. In fact, many people only consider buying an arch support when their feet begin to ache. Yet in reality, everyone can benefit from arch supports, whether your foot arches hurt or not. Insoles that come with your shoes from the store are typically just a flat cushioned pad. These pads provide minimal support and wear out rather quickly, creating a situation that can leave your feet in discomfort or pain. Arch supports help: Align the entire foot Guide the foot through...

Many people, particularly those who are athletic or very active, suffer from knee and pain. Although there are many causes of knee pain, our feet take a lot of abuse and as a result there are many opportunities for structural failure in the foot. One of the most common areas of foot failure is the medial arch, this arch runs from before the heel towards the front of your foot. The feet are incredibly complex and dynamic pieces of machinery. They are designed to move and adapt depending on how we use them and what we require of them. But...