by Laurie Knechtel | Mar 2, 2025 | Bracing, Exercises, Footwear, Health, Orthotics, Therapy
Balance is something we often take for granted – until we start to lose it. Whether it’s catching ourselves after a stumble or confidently stepping onto an uneven surface, balance plays a critical role in how we move through life. It’s also a key indicator of physical...
by Active Alignment | Jul 10, 2023 | Foot Conditions, Professional Foot Care, Therapy
Living with diabetes requires diligent attention to overall health and wellbeing. Among the many aspects of self care, foot care plays a critical role, as individuals with diabetes are prone to develop complications that affect their feet and lower limbs. Diabetic...
by Active Alignment | Nov 30, 2022 | Compression, Health, Therapy
Compression therapy is a treatment that is used to improve circulation and reduce swelling by applying gentle pressure to the ankles and legs, which helps to massage vein walls and improve blood flow. It is a simple yet effective way to treat varicose veins and other...
by Active Alignment | Jul 4, 2022 | Foot Conditions, Health, Orthotics, Shoes, Therapy
Definitions, Differences, and Treatment Options Most people have a general idea of what calluses and corns are when talking foot health. But the line between the two is often blurry in people’s minds. In this post, we’ll cover not just what corns and calluses are and...
by Active Alignment | Sep 7, 2021 | Arthritis, Exercises, Footwear, Health, Physio, Shoes, Sporting, Therapy
A healthy foot is a happy foot! So, this month we’re discussing the benefits of foot care at every age. While each person’s feet are unique, there are some simple, universally beneficial foot care strategies for all ages and stages that will keep feet in...
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...
