Paediatric Stress Fractures in Young Athletes: Fighting the Fear of Reinjury
Sports psychologists have reported that the fear of injury may be a useful protective mechanism for young athletes, but this fear, particularly of reinjury, may stifle their growth in the sport. This is why the healing journey after an injury needs to be managed carefully to prevent young athletes from stifling their growth.
Expert Care Tips for Your Toddler’s Foot Health
Keeping a close eye on your toddler’s feet is extremely important for their future health. In this article, we’ve provide some tips from our lead podiatrist – who is also a father of two children – on various ways your child can grow and develop their feet throughout their childhood while also preventing any potential children’s foot care problems that may arise from improper care.
Experiencing Foot Pain While Running? Top 17 Causes & Remedies
Run smarter, not harder, to avoid foot pain while running! Unlock the biomechanics behind common running foot pain. Score big with our pro-tips for foot pain in new runners and veteran marathoners.
The Sneaky Science of Running Blisters
If you’re reading this, you’re likely dealing with a painful running blister. The Foot Practice offers guidance on treating running-induced foot blisters and shares a pro tip: the revolutionary 3D Gait Analysis, which can help prevent future blisters from forming during runs.
Comprehensive Runner’s Foot Care Guide to Step Up Your Game
The runner’s foot care and health are critical for our performance and avoiding injuries that can sideline us. As athletes, we often hear the saying, “Take care of your feet, and they’ll take care of you”. We’ll explore the various aspects of runner’s foot care, from biomechanics and footwear to joint injuries, runners’ feet blisters, and lesser-known tips to keep your feet in prime condition.
Back and Foot Pain: Biomechanical Link
If you’re new to the concept of spinal health and the connection between back pain and foot discomfort, or if you’re an athlete who pushes to the limit but struggles with both lower back pain and plantar fasciitis, or even if you’ve noticed that minor morning stiffness has escalated into severe physical agony, then read on as delve into the link between back and foot pain.
Living with Ankle Arthritis & Foot Pain
Living with ankle arthritis can be challenging, but compelling evidence suggests that promptly addressing and managing ankle dysfunction can significantly improve long-term outcomes for adults and children.
6 Things Parents Should Know about Running for Kids
Running for kids not only benefits their mental wellbeing but can provide them with the acuity to traverse stress with a positive outlet that builds confidence and whole-body health.
8 Marathon Foot Care Tips: How to Prepare Your Feet For Your Next Marathon
Running a marathon is incredibly rewarding, but it may also potentially be hazardous for your feet. To ensure that your feet are in tip-top shape in time for a marathon, our lead podiatrist Tim Maiden shares his top 8 foot care tips for marathon runners.
Podiatrist Tim Maiden Discusses the Pros and Cons of Cycling Insoles
With my personal interest in cycling and my profession as a sports podiatrist, I thought I would delve deep into the nuanced benefits of cycling insoles, discuss the best insoles for cycling hot foot, and whether stiff insoles for cycling impact performance.