This week we are going to talk not of a specific diagnosis or condition of the lower extremity but rather a mechanical fault of the foot which causes a number of conditions. The mechanical fault or ...

The popular belief that moderate foot pronation -- the inward roll of the foot while running -- can increase injury risk among novice runners has been debunked, it would appear. You can save this ...

From time to time I'll try to take some of these terms and make them easier to understand—especially when it comes to knowing why they matter on the golf course or in the gym. Here are two: ...

If you wear unsupportive shoes, adding one of the best insoles can dramatically make standing, walking and running, more comfortable. Depending on your arch type and gait, there are different types of ...

Everyone has their own, unique way of running, or 'gait' – and therefore everyone needs a style of running shoe that is best suited to their style. Some people overpronate (when your foot rolls ...

Background Chronic lateral ankle instability afflicts many athletes. The peroneal muscles are the most effective lateral stabilizers whose strength increase might brace the ankle joint complex ...

Objectives: To investigate the effect of an augmented LowDye taping technique on the medial longitudinal arch of the foot during dynamic tasks such as walking and jogging, and to elucidate the ...

Pronation and supination are the terms used to describe the natural and necessary movements of the feet. There are periods of both through the normal range of movements that take place during the gait ...