The first assumption to answer that question is the assumption that there are running shoes that are helpful for flat feet (‘overpronation‘) and those running shoes actually do what is claimed and also that something needs to be done...
There is no such thing as the best running shoe and it is a shame that so many still ask for advice as to what is the best running shoe and even more disappointing is those runners who give advice as to what they think is the best running shoe when...
Baxter’s nerve is small nerve on the medial side of the heel that supplies the small muscles under the foot and nerve sensation on the bottom of the foot. The nerve can be entrapped as it winds around under the heel and causes symptoms that...
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of pain under the heel and Baxter’s neuritis is a less common cause, but they often mimic each other, so clinically it is extremely important to differentiate them from each other. Plantar fasciitis is an...
There is none. A lot of claims have been made regarding the evidence for barefoot over wearing shoes, especially in the context of running. There was quite a fad while back towards barefoot running with many and multiple claims about the science...
Firstly, in Australia the Archies thongs are a brand of footwear. In Australia, thongs are the name for flip flops (they call them jandals in New Zealand). I have made no secret that I am a big fan of them. I certainly use them and recommend them...
There is nothing physiologically or in the processes of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease that would directly cause foot problems. However, those with Alzheimer’s disease have more foot pain and the mechanism for that increase will be...
An Austin buionectomy is a ‘V’-shaped osteotomy or cut into the distal end of the first metatarsal bone with with a lateral displacement of head of metatarsal. The corrected postilion is then held in place with one or two screws. This surgery is not...
Apos therapy is the using of an unstable footwear condition to retrain the lower limb in those with chronic knee conditions, most commonly knee osteoarthritis. Users typically wear a ‘calibrated’ shoe for an hour a day. There is some...
The Airia One was a unique and innovative running shoe that was first released in 2013. The characteristics of the shoe were a zero drop heel, massive toe spring and the midsole was thicker under the lateral forefoot. In-house trials by the company...
