by Active Alignment | Jul 21, 2021 | Exercises, Health
In this post, we’re providing a step-by-step tutorial for one of the best foot exercises for enhancing foot stability, optimizing both balance and posture. These are essential to proper muscle function, so this exercise is foundational for a range of other movements...
by Active Alignment | May 19, 2020 | Arthritis, Exercises, Footwear, Health, Shoes, Sporting, Therapy
When searching for a new pair of shoes, finding the right pair that fits you the best can be a difficult and daunting task. Understanding shoe anatomy can assist you when we dive deeper into fit. Take a look at image 1 to help guide you through the different parts...
by Active Alignment | May 11, 2020 | Exercises, Health, Therapy, Uncategorized
The medial longitudinal arch (inside arch) is the main shock absorbing structure in the foot. The ability of the arch to shock absorb is dependent on the amount of movement from the bones that make up the first ray. What is the first ray? The first ray is the segment...
by Active Alignment | May 5, 2020 | Exercises, Health, Therapy, Uncategorized
As Pedorthists, this condition represents a major portion of our daily schedule. We are here to tell you that your condition (although experienced by many) is unique, just like you and should be treated as such! When you experience heel pain what is the first thing...
by Active Alignment | Apr 2, 2020 | Exercises, Health, Therapy
Nearly 3 weeks have passed since we were first instructed to implement social distancing. The rapidly changing and volatile situation has progressed to physical distancing. As the days drag on and the reports of the global situation does not seem to be improving, and...
by Active Alignment | Dec 10, 2019 | Exercises, Sporting, Therapy
… do you remember that song? After an assessment with a patient and my explanation of his presentation (left hip and IT band pain with running that prevented him from continuing to run; coupled with a past history of left ankle sprains and a right shoulder...
