Shin Splints
Shin Splints create pain that radiates along the shin bone (tibia) and could be caused by muscle, tendon or tissue inflammation. The condition is common in athletes, particularly runners and dancers – although can happen to anyone, particularly if they are injured or take on more exercise then they are used to. Running on uneven […]
Read moreShort Leg Syndrome
Short Leg Syndrome is when a difference in leg length causes chronic pain. The difference can be overlooked if it is subtle, but the tilt caused to the pelvis can put stress on the muscles and spine. Symptoms Usually symptoms are leg, hip, foot, knee and/or back pain. It could be just one of two […]
Read moreSit Happens – Sitting Can Hurt Us More Than You Think!
One major detriment to long periods of sitting is the effect on your posture, flexibility, mobility, and joint health. Sitting correlates to lower back pain Probably the biggest single problem from sitting all day that podiastists see is lower back pain. As we sit in a fixed position for such a long period of time […]
Read moreSquatting with Orthotics
Squat Injuries – A lifter’s enemy The squat is considered one of the best exercises for improving quality of life because of its ability to recruit multiple muscle groups in a single maneuver. When performed properly, squat related injuries are uncommon. However even if your technique is great, your genetic build such as flat feet, […]
Read moreTreating Headaches and Lower Back Pain
This 12 year old child was suffering from severe headaches and lower back pain. He suffered constantly but was told by many doctors this this was just part of growing and was normal. He saw a chiropractor and this helped relieve the pain for couple of hours, but eventually it returned. He was also given […]
Read moreTreating Leg Length Discrepancies
Short Leg Syndrome is a commonly unrecognised condition that often goes untreated. Even small discrepancies of only 4mm, if uncorrected, may over time set off a chain reaction of symptomology throughtout the body. There are three types of short leg caused by inherited biomechanics, postural habits and or trauma: Structural Short Leg: when the measurement […]
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