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 20, 2021 | Footwear, Health, Physio, Shoes, Therapy
Is intoeing or being pigeon toed impacting your child’s activity? Or as a parent or caregiver, is the intoeing of your child a cause for concern? Consider a Gait Plate. Recently I had two appointments in one day which involved intoeing children (commonly...
by Active Alignment | Jun 15, 2020 | Foot Conditions, Footwear, Health, Shoes, Toe Conditions
Over one quarter of the bones of your entire skeleton are in your feet. Deciding what to wear on them should be a top priority. Between your two feet there are 52 bones, 66 joints and over 200 muscles and tendons. When treated poorly, your risk of injury increases...
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...
