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Shoe Design and Child Development

By Chris S - Foot Health Department ⋅ May 2, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Earlier this year, Stride Rite released the results of a multi-phase study they commissioned. This report is titled “The Effects of Shoe Design on Children Learning to Walk” and reveals insight on how footwear affects a child’s development. The study ran over a two year period and was a partnership between the Hospital for Special[More]

Orthaheel: Comfort, Wellness and Style

By Erica - Footwear Buyer ⋅ April 10, 2012 ⋅ One comment

Recently, my mother found herself in the uncomfortable predicament of plantar fasciitis. In short, this is a very painful problem to have (check out my fellow blogger Chris’s blog, About Plantar Fasciitis, for more in depth coverage). It makes walking difficult much less any type of running or aerobic activity. Luckily, her daughter pointed her[More]

Make Walking a Family Affair

By Nicole -Web Sales ⋅ March 22, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Spring has officially arrived and that means it’s time to put my exercise routine into full gear. This year I am including my daughter as we venture out on various walking paths in our area. Walking is such a great way to combine exercise with quality time together. A trip to Lamey Wellehan for some[More]

Morton’s Toe Revealed

By Chris S - Foot Health Department ⋅ March 20, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Have you ever heard of “Morton’s Toe”? It is a term for when your first toe is shorter than your second. Approximately 15 – 25% of the population has this foot type. For most people, there is no real problem but for others it can cause biomechanical issues. With the 2nd toe longer than the[More]

Tips for orthotic wearers

By Chris S - Foot Health Department ⋅ February 24, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Many people wear orthotics now. The exact number is unknown because there isn’t a clear definition of what an orthotic is. Some circles narrowly define the term be to only custom-made devices. Others include pre-made and custom and even others call anything put in the shoe that adds support an “orthotic”. It can be confusing! [More]

5 Tips When Looking for Running Shoes

By Chris S - Foot Health Department ⋅ January 31, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

In a month or so many new running shoes will be arriving at Lamey Wellehan. I get questions all the time like “What shoe is best for me?” There is no answer, as all feet are different. However, there are 5 tips to follow when looking for athletic shoes that will help point you in[More]

Welcome, 2012

By Erica - Footwear Buyer ⋅ December 30, 2011 ⋅ One comment

As 2011 draws to an end, I am among the masses in thinking about what I will change in my life in the year 2012. Maintaining a positive outlook and taking a trip are among the resolutions on my list. And, along with everyone else, getting into better shape is somewhere on there too. While[More]

Thoughts on footwear and ankle sprains

By Chris S - Foot Health Department ⋅ December 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

People will come in every now and then, looking for high-top athletic shoes to help deter ankle sprains. In the late ‘80s one of the more popular categories of athletic footwear were basketball shoes. On the court, they were not just fashion but equipment. Their high-top design was to wrap the ankle in support, hopefully[More]

Diabetes on the Rise

By Nicole -Web Sales ⋅ December 19, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

A new federal report projects 1 in 3 American adults could have diabetes by 2050, causing healthcare costs to rise even higher then they are now.

Diabetic? Don’t forget about your feet!

By Chris S - Foot Health Department ⋅ November 14, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

What you can do to protect your feet from diabetic complictions ~ One out of ten people will be struck by Diabetes by 2010, as reported by the International Diabetes Federation. The group represents more than 200 national diabetes associations around the world. Jean Claude Mbanya, the federation’s president, said in a statement “In every[More]