Onitsuka Tiger

by admin on May 12, 2012

Are there any dangers in wearing the old style running shoes like the Onitsuka Tiger?

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Using old running shoes ?

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Onitsuka Tiger | Onitsuka Tiger | Onitsuka Tiger

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Metatarsal Pads

by admin on May 12, 2012

I have been reading a lot about the pain in the front part of my foot. I reached the conclusion that I need a metatarsal pad, but would like to know more about what they are supposed to do?

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What are the purpose of metatarsal pads?

Articles on this topic:
Met Domes: (Why) Do they work?
Metatarsal pads
Placement of metatarsal domes
Metatarsal pads and metatarsalgia
Secret of met domes Met Domes

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Platelet Rich Plasma

May 12, 2012

The Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Inducing Musculoskeletal Tissue Healing Brian C. Halpern, Salma Chaudhury and Scott A. Rodeo HSS Journal; DOI: 10.1007/s11420-011-9239-7 Quote: Background Platelet-rich plasma [PRP] has received increasing interest across many musculoskeletal disciplines and has been widely applied clinically to stimulate tissue healing in numerous anatomical regions Originally posted here: Platelet Rich [...]

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Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction

May 9, 2012

Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction or PTTD can be a potentially very disabling and limiting condition of the feet that generally occur when the tibialis posterior muscle is inefficient in its supporting the arches of the feet. This can result in a progressive flattening of the arches of the foot and medial rolling of the subtalar [...]

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Ponseti Method for Clubfoot

May 6, 2012

The Ponseti method for clubfoot or talipes equino varus is now very widely used in clinical practice. The method uses genetle manipulation of the foot followed by plaster casting to hold the foot in its more corrected position. This is repeated 4-6 times or until the foot deformity has been corrected. The technique has been [...]

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Forefoot Valgus

May 5, 2012

Forefoot valgus is a biomechanical foot type in which the forefoot is inverted relative to the rearfoot. When this foot type is weightbearing, there are compensations that ay result in symptoms. Foot orthotics are generally needed to bring the ground up to teh foot, so that the compensations for the valgus forefoot do not take [...]

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Psoriasis

May 5, 2012

Psoriasis is a common autoimmune condition that affects the skin. It happens when the body’s immune system mistakes the skin cells as a pathogen, and sends out the wrong signals that speeds up the growth cycle of skin cells. Psoriasis isn’t contagious.There are five typical types of psoriasis: plaque, guttate, inverse, pustular and erythrodermic. The [...]

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Peroneal Tendenopathy

April 22, 2012

Peroneal pathology can affect athletes in a wide variety of sports and activities. The complexity of peroneal tendon disorders can be compounded by the desire of athletes to get back to the field of play as soon as possible. Accordingly, these authors offer pertinent diagnostic insights, review conservative therapies and provide step-by-step tips on surgical [...]

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Injuries Observed in Minimalist Runners

April 20, 2012

Injuries Observed in Minimalist Runners Matthew J. Salzler, MD; Eric M. Visit link: Injuries Observed in Minimalist Runners Resources: Transitioning to Minimalist Running Shoes | Minimalist running shoes | Minimalist running shoes | Minimalist running

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Overpronation

April 13, 2012

Overpronation is one of those terms that is so over abused and misused, especially when it comes to foot orthotics and running shoes. The use of term is more likly to be used by those with a lessor understanding of foot biomechanics, especially runners and those that sell running shoes. See these references for a [...]

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