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What Causes Leg Length Discrepancy Leg length discrepancy describes a variation in the length of one leg compared to the other. Leg length discrepancy can be functional or structural. Let’s take a closer look at each of these definitions of...

What's the best way to treat leg length discrepancy? This article explores what kinds of heel lifts can be placed in shoes to address varying leg length deformities.

Posterior heel pain can be hard to diagnose. This article discusses the differences between Achilles tendinitis, insertional Achilles tendinitis and Haglund's deformity. Treatment options are also described.

How does a heel lift change the function of the foot and ankle? This article explores the effect of a heel lift on foot and ankle function.

Which heel lift or heel cushion is right for you? This post discussed the relative hardness of heel lifts and heel cushions.

Treating chronic Achilles tendinitis requires a comprehensive treatment plan including activity modification and rest. Rest can vary from a complete abstinence from activity or any number of activity modifications. This article explores the use of a Spring Plate and heel lift to treat chronic Achilles tendinitis.

Plantar fasciitis can be successfully treated with conservative care in most cases. This article explores the different methods of conservative care in the treatment of plantar fasciitis.

When selecting a heel cushion or heel lift to treat plantar fasciitis, remember that there's a distinct difference between the function of a heel cushion and the function of a lift. A little background is in order.

What's the best way to treat plantar fasciitis? Stretches are helpful as are a heel lift. What's the place of a night splint in the treatment of plantar fasciitis? This article explores the use of a night splint in the treatment of plantar fasciitis.