As we get older, our feet change. We lose the fat padding on the soles of our feet; our joints get stiff, our arches get flatter and our feet spread out more; we may have conditions like arthritis, diabetes and neurodegenerative diseases that cause our...
School’s (almost) in session. You’ve ticked off every item on your child's stationery list, got them fitted for their uniforms, and have a meal plan ready for their lunchboxes. But what about their footwear? Given that your child will spend six or more hours in...
Are you a nurse, a hairdresser, a sales assistant, or a florist who works on your feet all day? Do you end up with sore feet and bad backaches, but think it’s part and parcel of the job? While active jobs let you escape the sedentary...
When it comes to shoes, there are often two types of people: those who buy too many pairs and those who avoid shoe-shopping at all costs. But did you know that shoes are not all about looks – the shoes you choose can have a...
Are you one of those people who wait until your foot and ankle problems become excruciating before you book in to see a podiatrist? You know what they say, prevention is better than cure. A podiatrist can assess your foot health, treat a range of...
Ever heard the terms ‘pronation’ and were not sure what it means or how it impacts your feet or your running style? To put it simply, pronation refers to the way your foot rolls inwards when it strikes the ground to absorb the shock and...
