What is a sesamoid fracture and how is it treated? A sesamoid bone is a small bone found on the bottom (plantar surface) of the great toe joint. Each sesamoid bone is about the size of a pinto bean. The...
New carbon fiber insole from America's leading supplier of carbon fiber foot plates. We’ve been looking for some time for a carbon fiber foot plate that is less expensive yet strong enough to provide support and toe spring. We’ve finally...
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...
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...
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...
What is Toe Spring? Toe spring is the term used to describe a shoe or foot insert that enables rolling off the forefoot. Let me create the visual – think clog, men’s wingtip shoes or MBT Shoes. Each of these...
Chronic Achilles tendonitis – treatment with Spring Plates What’s a Spring Plate got to do with Achilles tendinitis? Quite a bit, actually. A Spring Plate changes the gait cycle enough to ‘unload’ the Achilles tendon during gait. Let’s take a...
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.
What is a metatarsal stress fracture? This article explores the onset, symptoms and treatment options for metatarsal stress fractures.
Carbon fiber spring plates are a lightweight, rigid addition to shoes that are used to treat midfoot and forefoot problems. This article explores the use of carbon fiber spring plates to treat forefoot pain.
How does a carbon fiber spring plate help heal metatarsal stress fractures? This article discusses use of spring plates in the treatment of these fractures.
Can a carbon fiber spring plate help to heal a partial rupture of the Achilles tendon? Absolutely. Learn in this article how the toe spring in a carbon fiber insert helps to off-load the tendon and enable healing.
How do you select the correct size spring plate for your needs? This article examines the history of shoes sizing and how to select the correct size spring plate.
Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of midfoot arthritis. Osteoarthritis is often due to a previous injury but for many patients, they may simply be genetically predisposed to osteoarthritis. This article explores treatment options for arthritis of the foot.
The feedback that we get from customers on Myfootshop.com regarding the use of Spring Plates is really quite interesting. I not only enjoy reviewing the feedback but I actually learn from the uses. Many of our customers are referred to us by their podiatrist or orthopedist while many customers are self referred, particularly the sports customers. Seems carbon graphite spring plates are talked about in a number of runners forums and Facebook running groups.
What's the best orthotic for hallux limitus? There's a lot of choices. This article explores the different inserts and orthotics used to treat hallux limitus.
Can a spring plate be used to treat a bunion? In some cases, yes. This article explores the use of carbon fiber spring plates in the treatment of dorsal bunions.
The plantar plate is a broad, firm pad of tissue found on the plantar surface of the metatarsal phalangeal joint. The plantar plate is often referred to as a ligament but is actually firm fibro-cartilage and resembles the menisci of the knee.
Diabetes is renown as the primary disease that contributes to a loss of sensation in the feet. This loss of sensation is called diabetic peripheral neuropathy, abbreviated DPN. DPN is a symmetrical loss of sensation often described as a stocking/glove distribution, affected the feet and to a lesser degree, the hands. The loss of sensation that results from DPN is greater distal to proximal, meaning that the loss of sensation will typically be worse in the toes.
In January, I wrote a series of six blog posts regarding carbon fiber orthotics, detailing the uses and applications for each of our carbon fiber inserts. In our staff meeting this week, my boss, business partner and wife gently reminded me, 'honey, you forgot to write about spring plates.' Wow, my bad. Spring plates are the single most popular carbon fiber insert we sell. Like the old Steve Martin comedy routine, all I could do was hit my forehead with the palm of my hand and say, 'I forgot!' So, here's part 7 of the original 6 part series.
