Foot rotation during gait in patients with knee OA Rotating the foot in or out during gait is associated with significant decreases in … READ MORE
Are foot orthotics worth it? A consumer’s guide to the science and controversies of orthotics, special shoes, … READ MORE
Biomechanics of Sport Shoes: The disturbing truth about running shoes, inserts and foot orthotics By Dr. Michael Nirenberg, America’s Podiatrist February 24, 2011 A middle-aged … READ MORE
Small new shoe sensor may be a driving ‘force’ to help prevent injuries, improve athletic performance Sensor can show athletes, trainers where foot impacts are strongest to detect and … READ MORE
When the shoe doesn’t fit: footwear in Down syndrome These children often have wider, more flexible, and more pronated feet than … READ MORE
New physical activity guidelines – A call to activity for clinicians and patients This issue of JAMA includes a summary of the new Physical Activity Guidelines for … READ MORE
New biomechanical footwear relieves knee OA pain A new biomechanical footwear system was effective in relieving pain and improving … 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
Science and sociology of footwear The design and construction of footwear is constantly evolving in order to maximise … READ MORE
Children should spend more time barefoot to encourage a healthier foot structure Humans have gone unshod for millions of years; it is only in the last few centuries … READ MORE
Patients with anterior knee pain helped by physiotherapy Patellofemoral Update focuses on the causes, prevention and treatment of … READ MORE
Class of 2018: Kinesiology PhD grad helps soccer elite perform their best Stefan Hoerzer lands dream job with adidas in Germany. University of Calgary PhD … READ MORE
What to know about tri-compartmental osteoarthritis Tricompartmental osteoarthritis occurs when all three compartments in the knee are … READ MORE
This marathoner with cerebral palsy just got the Nike hookup On Sunday, Justin Gallegos, who has Cerebral Palsy, completed a half marathon. Nike … 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
Doctors advised to refrain from prescribing foot orthoses for plantar heel pain Shoe inserts may not help plantar heel pain. Mass-produced shoe inserts available on … READ MORE
Altered walking mechanics leads to back pain? When patients with hip osteoarthritis (OA) complain of lower back pain, what is … READ MORE
Orthopedic issue in kids? Skip these tests, experts say Five things physicians and patients should question. The American Academy of … READ MORE
If the shoe fits: How HP is helping NFL players avoid injury Now installed in all 32 NFL teams’ locker rooms, HP’s FitStation technology … 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
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
New shoe makes running 4 percent easier, 2-hour marathon possible Eleven days after Boulder-born Shalane Flanagan won the New York City Marathon in … READ MORE
Relieving foot pressure with shoe fixes Many people wouldn’t expect footwear to be a big concern for people who can’t … READ MORE
A lower body approach to lumbar pain in pitchers What do gators, windmills, and lawnmowers all have in common? All three are … READ MORE
Custom-made foot orthoses: an analysis of prescription characteristics Factors that influence prescription of foot orthoses. “Foot orthosis … READ MORE
Smart shoe insoles and phone app provide gait info on every step A proper running technique focusing on every step can help an athlete increase … READ MORE
Patellofemoral pain symptoms improved after gait modification Running gait modifications designed to reduce patellofemoral loading also have … 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