It Could Be Tibialis Anterior Muscle Strain If youâre experiencing pain anywhere from the bottom half of your leg (also known as your shin) down to your big toe, itâs not only frustrating, but concerning, too. Many people with pain in this area assume they have shin splints, but did you know that âshin splintsâ is often used as an umbrella …
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This article was written by Chelsea Komar, a McMaster University PT student working on placement with Paulette Gardiner Millar. In What are orthotics & who can they help? we talked about how orthotics are an effective preventative measure for correcting foot problems and how they can provide support and correct abnormalities that occur in the body due to poor foot …
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Have you ever woken up with a kink in your neck or back? Sleeping in poor alignment could be the reason of this discomfort. How to wake up rested, relaxed, and pain free? Check out this infographic with tips to help keep your spine healthy and your muscles relaxed while you sleep. If you continue to experience any pain, contact …
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There are many different causes of top of foot pain from bone spurs, to stress fractures, to todayâs topic, extensor tendonitis. If you stand for long periods of time, run or walk on uneven surfaces, or wear shoes that are too tight, extensor tendonitis could be the cause of your top of foot pain. You might have extensor tendonitis if …
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This article was written by Chelsea Komar, a McMaster University PT student working on placement with Paulette Gardiner Millar. When looking at what kind of orthotics to get, there are two main types of foot orthotics: off-the-shelf or custom-made. Off-the shelf-orthotics can be bought at the local drugstore, whereas custom-made orthotics can be purchased at a foot care clinic or …
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This article was written by Chelsea Komar, a McMaster University PT student working on placement with Paulette Gardiner Millar. Foot pain affects between 20-42% of adults 45 years and older, limiting their daily activities. In fact, the foot is very fragile in terms of maintaining equilibrium and when altered can lead to functional deficits and long recovery periods. Orthotics are one …
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Did you know that plantar fasciitis is one one of the most common causes of heel pain?š At least 1-million people are affected by plantar fasciitis and it is estimated that up to 10% of people worldwide will be affected by this foot condition at least once in their lifetime.² Understanding the foot as a whole will help you understand …
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Are you familiar with that feeling when youâre powering through exercise, sweat pouring down your face and you strongly consider to quit? Then out of the corner of your eye someone hits you with a knowing grin and says, “no pain, no gain?” When youâre trying to get in shape, starting a new sport or exercise plan, or taking your …
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Earlier this year, we shared a blog about all the great benefits of yoga. If you have been thinking that you need to spend time and money at a yoga studio to enjoy the benefits of this amazing therapy, you are wrong. All you need is a mat and instruction on how to perform these healing practices. Itâs time to …
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