Recent studies discussed within Parliament have shown that running has become the most popular sport in the United Kingdom. The research stated that 15% of the population participate in running whilst only 5% participate in football [Ref 1]. Unfortunately running and similar sports cause lower limb injury with most of these injuries occurring around the […]
Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune condition. In this condition, the warrior cells in the body, which are meant to attack bugs that enter our body, start to attack the joints in the body. This can lead to deformity and pain. Orthotics helps in decreasing the symptoms and decreasing the progression of deformity. Please visit the […]
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation and pain in the heel. This is usually considered to be a repetitive strain injury. Repeated micro-trauma to the plantar fascia causes inflammation and pain. The worst pain is usually early in the morning on the first step. It affects both runners and also those who do not regularly engage in […]
Pain in the front of the foot or in the ball of the foot is called metatarsalgia. The bones affected are called the metatarsals leading to the name of this condition being metatarsalgia. The heads of the metatarsals form the ball of the foot. Research evidence suggests that using an Orthotic with a metatarsal pad […]
Figure – When viewed from the rear there are 4 toes visible on each side in this image. Normally only 1 or a maximum of two toes should be visible when looking at the feet from the rear. If more toes are visible then it is a sign of overpronation. The easiest way to tell […]
The bones that form the big toe can become deformed over time and form a bunion. Wearing tight footwear or high heels can increase the chance of this developing, but for some people it may happen regardless. Orthotics with metatarsal pads may help to decrease the deformity and may prevent the deformity from worsening. Please […]
As we grow older we start to experience pain in our bones and joints. In addition, one person out of 4 over the age of 50, also experience pain in their feet. Painful feet can prevent people from walking and mobilising as much as they may want to. The pain can also cause lengthened periods […]
Diabetes develops because of defects in the glucose production inside our bodies. Glucose is one of the fuels that our body uses for energy and its production is driven by a chemical called insulin. In diabetes, there may be a lack of insulin, or a lack of responsiveness to insulin meaning the glucose is unable […]
