Why does my child complain of foot pain?
Your child's foot pain is often caused by normal developmental changes, active lifestyles, or something easily treated at home. Common culprits include growth spurts, overuse [...]
International Self Care Day
Self-care isn’t just about what you do once in a while—it’s the small daily choices that keep you comfortable, confident, and moving. Take a moment [...]
Are my feet hypermobile?
Hypermobile feet occur when the connective tissues and ligaments in the foot and ankle are overly lax. Common symptoms include chronic ankle instability, collapsed arches (flat [...]
EDS and your feet
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders profoundly impact foot health due to weakened connective tissues and ligament laxity. Common complications include chronic ankle instability, collapsed [...]
Winter injury woes
Winter foot injuries most frequently include ankle sprains from slipping on ice, stress fractures, and heel pain flare-ups (plantar fasciitis) caused by cold-stiffened tissues and unsupportive boots. [...]
My child has flat feet.
Question: My child has flat feet. Should I be worried? Answer: I am often asked to evaluate children for flat feet. Parents are often very concerned about [...]
To stretch or not?
Learning to stretch: Flexing growing muscles helps kids avoid pain One of the biggest reasons parents bring their children to me is for aches and [...]
Does my infant need to wear shoes?
Do Babies Need To Wear Shoes When Learning To Walk? Learning how to walk is a major exciting milestone for a baby. Children usually don’t [...]
Are you suffering from foot pain?
Are you suffering from foot pain? Biomechanical foot issues can cause aching, painful feet. These foot issues can also result in referred pain in [...]
My feet are killing me
“My feet are killing me” is a very common complaint heard around town. Only a few of those suffering from sore feet, seek professional help. [...]