Researchers develop technology to treat Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) The research team led by Professor Minseok Kim from the Department of New Biology at … READ MORE
World-first guidelines for children with common inherited nerve disorder Paediatric neurologists and allied health clinicians have developed world-first … READ MORE
Disease severity, walking needs may guide patients’ orthosis choice Clinical indices measuring disease severity and the need for walking assistance may … READ MORE
Personalized CMT braces Personalized CMT braces make Julie stronger! Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, or CMT, is … READ MORE
Knock knees, bowlegs, pigeon toes? Usually nothing to worry about! Babies have to fold into a tight little ball as they develop in their mom’s womb, … READ MORE
University of Barcelona researchers describe a new anatomic structure in the ankle This ligament complex would explain chronic pain after an ankle sprain. The superior … READ MORE
First glimpse of body’s steering wheel joint sparks hope For the first time, scientists have found a way to reveal the mechanics of the human … READ MORE
New studies refute claims of fall prevention with AFO bracing In 2011, a new custom ankle foot orthotic (AFO) brace, herein referred to as the … READ MORE
I’m learning to accept the benefits of my mobility aids I recently read an article in the Virginia Journal of Education that made me think … READ MORE
Use of ankle-foot orthotics linked to improved gait, balance in CMT patients Use of orthoses such as braces or other special devices can help improve the gait … READ MORE
A thank you to my old AFOs In grade school, I used to launch my ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) from my foot and … READ MORE
Orthotic management: A symptom-based, dynamic approach Orthotic devices, tailored to each patient and adjusted for disease progression, can … READ MORE
Custom foot orthotics for relief of lower back pain Shoe inserts or foot orthotics are sometimes used to treat lower back pain in people … READ MORE
Do I need foot orthotics? What kind? Many people come to my office complaining of foot pain from conditions such as … READ MORE
Calgary doctor, entrepreneur scores finalist spot in international innovation competition Dr. Breanne Everett makes smart shoes that can prevent injuries to … READ MORE
What to know about supination of the foot Supination and pronation are parts of a stride. Supination occurs when weight is … READ MORE
Parents shouldn’t over worry about early issues with children’s knees and feet Most early anomalies in a child’s gait will work themselves out, says Dr. … READ MORE
Out on a limb: Low tech, high value The use of advanced technologies to provide feedback to patients during … READ MORE
Runners’ knees get a lift: Elevating heel cuts patellofemoral load Wearing heel lifts in conventional running shoes can help reduce patellofemoral … READ MORE
What is overpronation? When the arch of the foot collapses excessively downward or inward, this is known as … READ MORE
The US beauty queen making her invisible illness visible “It’s not easy to stand on stage in a bikini in pageants. I have a … READ MORE
A runner’s guide to the perfect shoe In 2010, the running-shoe world was in turmoil. The rapid rise of barefoot and … READ MORE
High heels: Elevating the discussion The biomechanical implications of high-heeled shoes are well known, and now dramatic … READ MORE
Foot and ankle issues may increase risk of knee OA In individuals at risk for knee osteoarthritis (OA), the presence of foot and ankle … READ MORE
Older adults who exercise regularly can reduce risk of severe mobility problems Nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older has trouble walking or climbing … READ MORE
Chair yoga helps older adults manage osteoarthritis pain Chair yoga may produce sustained improvements in pain interference among older … READ MORE
VERA: Virtual physical therapy in the comfort of your own home VERA is an all-in-one device that utilizes a tele-rehab platform to help patients … READ MORE
Minimal shoes may reduce running injuries Runners who wear running shoes with no cushioning and land on the ball of their foot … READ MORE
Out on a limb: Think outside the knee We hear a lot about various co-morbidities associated with knee osteoarthritis (OA), … READ MORE
Chronic ankle instability, gait and muscle activity Clinicians should be aware of distal and proximal neuromuscular strategies when … READ MORE