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How Plantar Fasciitis Sufferers Find Comfort with Insoles
How Plantar Fasciitis Sufferers Find Comfort with Insoles
by amanda ranit • August 03, 2023

Say goodbye to leg & foot pain! Insoles like Protalus T-100 offer relief, support & comfort. 

Foot Overpronation
Foot Overpronation
by Anna Heston • February 09, 2023

One of the most common issues that people run into is called overpronation. Overpronation is when the arch of the foot collapses downward toward the ground causing the foot to roll inward. This is also called having flat feet.

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The Benefits Of Insoles For Work Boots
by Maya McLeroy • April 07, 2022

Standing and walking on hard surfaces for long periods of time can lead to injuries, discomfort, and fatigue. That’s why a lot of people turn to safety shoes and work boots to provide comfort and support. A pair of work boots is the only thing that stands between workers’ feet and hard surfaces, so workers are not only relying on their boots for protection and safety, but for physical support as well.

Should Skateboarders Use Shoe Insoles?
Should Skateboarders Use Shoe Insoles?
by Maya McLeroy • February 10, 2022

Ollies and kickflips and wallrides, oh my! Skateboarders have extensive lists of tricks in their back pockets. All of these tricks can lead to harsh impact and overuse,  which can in turn lead to various types of foot injuries. Fractures (broken ankles, broken toes, and injured heels) can be the result of bad falls.

Are Safety Shoes Good For You?
Are Safety Shoes Good For You?
by Maya McLeroy • January 27, 2022

If you spend a large part of your day standing and walking on hard surfaces, you know how rough it can be on your body. This time spent standing can lead to lower back and foot injuries. At times, safety shoes are the only things separating hard floors from a person’s feet.

Benefits of Walking Barefoot in the Sand
Benefits of Walking Barefoot in the Sand
by Scott Anderson • December 09, 2021

The feeling of taking off your shoes and stepping barefoot into sand is one that many people find comforting. It may feel like your feet are getting a massage with every step. However, walking barefoot in the sand isn’t just about feeling sand between your toes, it has also been shown to have positive health effects.

Plantar Warts
Plantar Warts
by Scott Anderson • December 02, 2021

Plantar Warts are a common skin condition that affects the foot. Though they are rarely malignant, they are unsightly and sometimes painful.

Diabetic Ulcers
Diabetic Ulcers
by Scott Anderson • November 12, 2021

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open wound or sore that characteristically appears on the bottom of the feet, near the big toe. Many people with diabetes suffer from these ulcers.

Do You Need Shoe Inserts?
Do You Need Shoe Inserts?
by Anna Heston • November 04, 2021

If you enter any pharmacy, you will see a variety of shoe insoles for sale. One display rack of insoles might have a dozen or more options to choose from with some inserts targeting certain conditions and others mostly just adding cushion. It can be hard to understand if this product is the right solution for what you are experiencing or if it's better to go without them.

Taking Long Spooky Walks: How To Care For Your Feet
Taking Long Spooky Walks: How to Care for your Feet
by Scott Anderson • October 28, 2021

It’s that time of the year again, folks. Time to bring out the mannequin skeletons covered in dusty spider webs. A season of ghouls and ghastly horrors approaches, and it’s time to dress up and go out.

What is the Purpose of Shoe Insoles?
What is the Purpose of Shoe Insoles?
by Scott Anderson • October 14, 2021

Perhaps the simplest purpose of shoe insoles is to reduce pain from standing and walking around. Many careers require people to be on their feet for dozens of hours per week, carrying additional weight or walking on uneven ground. A good shoe insole can provide extra cushioning that reduces the impact these jobs have on a person’s feet, thereby reducing discomfort.

What is Claw Toe?
What is Claw Toe?
by Scott Anderson • October 07, 2021

Claw toe is a common deformity where the toes bend into a claw like position. The toes bend downward and dig into the soles of the shoe and can lead to blisters or calluses on the tops of tips of the toes.