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Can a Lateral Sole Wedge Insert be worn with a Prescription Orthotic?

Lateral Sole Wedge Inserts are used and recommended to limit supination of the foot. Excessive supination leads to biomechanical overload of the medial knee making patients prone to early-onset osteoarthritis of the knee.  By lim...

Levers, rockers and carbon graphite insoles

Part 3 – Putting it all together

In part 1 of this conversation I presented a common customer question:  can I wear just one carbon fiber insole?  I briefly discussed gait and how a carbon fiber insole may affect gait.  In part 2 of this conversation, I ...

How do carbon fiber insoles affect gait?

Part 2 - rocker mechanics of the lower extremity

Rockers are a very important part of lower extremity biomechanics.  Rockers describe pivot points in the gait cycle that decrease the range of motion of the ankle and knee.  Rockers are also employed by the b...

How do carbon graphite insoles affect gait?

Part 1 – Legs and levers

A common question that we hear from customers is whether a carbon graphite shoe insole can be used as a single shoe solution or should they purchase as a pair to balance gait.  Does a single carbon graphite insert effect gait in ...

Enhanced Nail Polish In Multiple Colors

Who'd've thought you could treat nail fungus with fun colors?

Spring has sprung, the grass has riz’, my how good my toenail is! It’s sandal season, y'all, and Just For Toenails is here just in time to help you get ready for summer and sandal season. Choose f...