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Choosing Inserts for Flat Feet: A Podiatry Blog

Welcome to my blog. A few years ago, I realised that I had suffered through a lifetime of back pain and foot pain for no reason. I always had thought my flat feet were a permanent part of me, but I recently learned that the issue can be addressed through inserts with the help of a podiatrist. Since using inserts, my arches have lifted, and my ankles have rotated back into the correct spot. I feel no foot pain and less back pain. If you are thinking about getting inserts, please explore this space. I hope these ideas and posts help you. Thanks for reading. My name is Brant, and this is my first blog!

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Protect Your Feet: 4 Devices You Can Get at a Mobility Equipment Shop
If you suffer from foot problems, it's time to visit a mobility equipment shop. There are a variety of mobility devices that can make it easier for you to get around. One of the benefits of visiting a mobility equipment shop is that you can find everything you need for your mobility. If you're not sure what type of devices to look for, read the list below. Here are four mobility devices that can help get relief from your foot problems.

How Can You Best Deal With Plantar Fasciitis?
If you've ever suffered from foot pain, you know how debilitating it can be and how much it can affect your everyday life. So, you may be particularly upset if you jump out of bed one morning only to scream in pain with a new and unexpected issue. What could this be, and how can you find some relief? Understand Your Condition This type of foot issue is likely to be plantar fasciitis.

4 Ways Orthotics Can Reduce Pain
If you're suffering from foot pain, you might be wondering whether orthotics can help. They're a device that fits into your shoes to support your feet and reduce pain. Orthotics are an effective way to relieve pain in the feet. They can also help prevent injuries from occurring again in the future. Here are four ways orthotics may reduce your pain: 1. Orthotics Can Reduce Pain Caused by Plantar Fasciitis

What Should You Do if You Overpronate When You Run?
Do you often experience pain in the heel of your foot when you walk quickly or run? Alternatively, do you frequently have to deal with back or hip pain when you exercise? If so, you may be suffering from a foot condition known as overpronation. What is this, how do you know if you have the issue, and what can you do about it? 1. Interpretation Overpronation is one of many conditions that can affect the foot and determine how you walk or run.

Essential Foot Care Tips for Diabetic Patients
Are you diabetic? Foot health issues are common in patients with diabetes. If you're diabetic, chances are high you are going to need the help of a podiatrist to maintain good foot health.  Here are some useful diabetic foot care tips you should use to avoid problems with your feet. Keep Your Feet Clean and Dry Day in and day out, your feet are exposed to different kinds of dirt. If the dirt isn't removed regularly, it can cause fungal infections and other foot problems.

What to Expect During a Podiatrist Appointment
A lot of foot conditions are not easily noticeable because they are far from your eyes. When you are starting to fee symptoms, it is most likely that the problem has already worsened and that is when you will decide to see a podiatrist. Before you go for your appointment, you need to know some of the following things to get you prepared. You will want it to go smoothly and successfully so that you will receive proper treatment.

Orthotics In Gym Shoes: Two Points To Remember Before You Buy New Shoes
When you open the shoe section of a sports catalogue, the choice you have is overwhelming. As someone who needs a new pair of gym shoes, but who also has a new pair of custom orthotics, the choice is not as simple as picking something based on your favourite colour. Use these two tips to make sure you purchase a shoe which works well with your orthotic so that you get a supportive, comfortable fit which will help your feet during exercise rather than hinder them.

How to Alleviate Swelling and Pain in Your Feet
Physical stress can cause swelling and pain in the feet and around the ankles. For instance, numerous individuals experience this problem after long journeys and intense exercise. In some cases, the swelling and pain can be linked to the general health status of a person. Regardless of the cause, swollen feet can compromise the quality of your life by limiting movement and causing prolonged discomfort. Here are some practical tips to help you manage and alleviate foot pain.

The Active Person's Guide to Recovering from Plantar Fasciitis
If you're the kind of person who spends time exercising and keeping fit, it can feel unfair when you're struck down with something that hinders your routine, like plantar fasciitis. You'll know that you need to rest, but may not be happy about having to sit still for too long. This guide will talk you through heel pain treatments you can do at home and exercises that are safe to carry on with.

A podiatrist will help you to manage the pain in your feet if you are on oestrogen blockers for breast cancer
If you are a breast cancer survivor in your fifties and your tumour was oestrogen receptive, you will be on long term oestrogen blocking medication. You will also know that joint pain is an inevitable side effect of this medication, particularly in your ankles, wrists, knees and feet. In fact, pain in the feet is often associated with oestrogen blockers. To manage this pain, you should consult a podiatrist. The role of the podiatrist