Orthotics Archives - Chiropractic Economics

The keys to treating common lower extremity injuries in adolescents

Kevin Wong, DC April 26, 2018

Research Results Adolescence refers to the years between ages 13 and 19 and is considered the transitional stage from childhood to adulthood. The telltale transformations that occur can start during the preteen or “tween” years (ages 9 through 12), and last through the end of puberty (typically around age 15 for girls and 17 for boys); the physical, emotional and hormonal shifts can have parents scratching their heads, remarking that their child has “become someone else.”

I stand corrected: Supporting the use of foot orthotics

Anthony Rosner March 11, 2018

Research Results In posture (the distribution of body mass with respect to gravity), the lowermost joints in the musculoskeletal system are of fundamental significance. These include both the feet and ankles, which support the entirety of the musculoskeletal system and the sacral base buttressing the vertebral spine. There are four elements that are capable of reducing more than two-thirds of common pain occurrences

Decreasing 3 definitive conditions of lumbar spine function

Kristina Petrocco-Napuli October 5, 2017

Most chronic low back pain is the result of some form of structural weakness or failure. If leg or foot asymmetries or misalignments exist, abnormal forces can interfere with spinal function and contribute to health concerns all along the kinetic chain—especially the generalized condition of “back pain.” The following conditions can have a major impact on lumbar spine function. In each case, orthotic supports can decrease external forces and contribute significantly to a cost-effective treatment outcome: Excessive pronation and/or arch collapse.

Are high heels negatively impacting your patients’ orthopedic health?

Kristina Petrocco-Napuli December 5, 2016

Research Results | Over this time shoe styles have changed and evolved in a variety of ways to accommodate the demands of fashion trends, with the highest of heels measuring approximately 5 inches. While fashion has dictated societal choices regarding footwear, the anatomical structure and function of the foot has not changed. This has led to corresponding alterations in gait patterns and is a direct correlate to some foot conditions.

Understand the relationship between low-back pain and the feet

Mark Charrette, DC October 14, 2016

Research Results | The lumbar spine and pelvis balance on the lower extremities during standing, walking, and running. If leg or foot asymmetries or misalignments exist, abnormal forces transmitted along the closed kinetic chain can interfere with spinal function.

Foundational support

John Davila, DC January 30, 2016

Research Results | Should you be using orthotics in your practice? At a recent seminar, in a discussion about the use of orthotics that covered some of the technical aspects of providing and fitting them for patients, one of the doctors present asked, “What I don’t understand is, why do chiropractors need to use orthotics? I don’t use them in my practice and I don’t see what the big deal is.”

Wear orthotics: avoid shin splints

Karen Appold July 29, 2015

Shin splints is a painful condition characterized by inflammation of the tendons, muscles and bone tissue around your shinbone. If you are prone to shin splints, you may want to wear orthotics to prevent future re-occurrence.

Reasons orthotics help knee pain

Karen Appold July 2, 2015

Foot orthotics are an arch support, insert, or other device that fit into your shoes. They can change your foot’s biomechanics and correct misalignment.

Linking foot problems and spinal disorders

Chiropractic Economics August 9, 2011

Research In his text Orthopedic Physical Assessment, Magee1 states, “At least 80 percent of the general population has foot problems.” He goes on to say that “these problems can often be corrected by proper assessment, treatment, and above all, care of the feet.” The 80 percent statistic is interesting as it is a familiar number […]

Foot Levelers’ Stabilizers improve gait, reduce fatigue

Chiropractic Economics June 30, 2011

By Stude DE, Gullickson J. Abstract Objective. This investigation evaluated the effects of orthotic intervention on gait patterns and fatigue associated with nine holes of simulated golf. Methods. Gait was assessed before and after nine holes of simulated golf, utilizing video freeze-frame analysis. Subjects wore Foot Levelers custom- made, flexible orthotics daily for six weeks […]