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Diabetes, Foot and Footwear: Diabetes Mellitus is a Greek word meaning Siphon – to pass through and Mellitus a Latin word meaning sweet. Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disease wherein the blood sugar levels are inappropriately elevated. There are several categories of DM, Including Type 1, Type 2, Gestational Diabetes, Maturity onset diabetes of
Orthotics: Orthotics refers to both field of study and external devices used to support or correct musculoskeletal deformities and /or abnormalities. These also helps to improve the function of movable parts of the body. Orthotics combines biomechanics, anatomy and material science to provide therapeutic support and improve patient quality of life through external devices. These
Calcaneal Spur and Plantar Fasciitis A heel spur is a calcium deposit causing a bony protrusion on the underside of the heel bone. On an X-ray, a heel spur can extend forward like a hook. Many calcaneal spurs are asymptomatic and pain usually comes with associated soft tissue inflammation. Heel spurs are your body’s response
Callus Calluses on the feet are thickened areas of skin that develop due to repeated friction or pressure. Calluses can have causes that aren’t due to underlying disease. Examples include poorly fitting shoes, frequent use of tools or instruments, frequently walking barefoot or frequent friction to an area of skin. They are a natural protective
What is a bunion? A bunion is a bony bump that forms at the base of your big toe. Bunions develop on the inside edge of your big toe joint — the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. The MTP joint is where the base of your big toe meets your foot. The medical term for bunions is
Why do foot arches matter? The arches of your feet play an important role in the mechanics of walking upright. This is why they’re unique to human primates. Your arches are made of bones and connective tissues. They: Act as a springboard and shock absorber Store and release energy as you walk Adapt your foot
How does a normal person walk? Normal walking also called as Gait cycle is the combination of our leg and body movement during walk. It’s a coordinated motion mainly comprising of Stance Phase 60% and Swing Phase 40%. Stance phase is when you entire or part of your foot is touching the ground and supporting
Walking is one of the simplest forms of exercise—but did you know the average person walks around 95,000 miles in a lifetime.
For those living with diabetes, foot care is not optional—it’s essential. Poor circulation and nerve damage can lead to severe complications
Whether you’re dealing with flat feet, plantar fasciitis, heel pain, or recovering from an injury, generic footwear often fails to provide the support