Chronic ankle instability occurs when your ankle repeatedly “gives way.” This can occur after you initially sprain your ankle and it doesn’t heal correctly. Weak ligaments, decreased balance control, and altered biomechanics can make even simple movements feel unpredictable or painful. However, the majority of ankle instability patients regain stability with proper rehabilitation, strengthening exercises, and bracing. Treating chronic ankle instability involves restoring balance control and...

Heel spurs take time to form but the pain can seem like it happens overnight literally. Many people first notice pain with their first steps out of bed in the morning. Calcium builds up along the bottom of your heel bone in response to stress and tension where your plantar fascia inserts. The spur isn’t always painful but swelling around the heel is often quite tender. Fortunately heel spurs respond well to treatment and most people will see improvements with conservative therapies especially...

Custom orthotics aren’t your average over-the-counter inserts. By design, they precisely control how your foot strikes the ground with every step you take. When they’re prescribed correctly, custom orthotics work to correct your alignment while reducing pain and discomfort. They’re not simply for cushioning your feet. Here’s how custom orthotics can benefit you. Why Custom Orthotics? Base of the Body The feet are the foundation your entire body is built upon. From the ground up, every step...