Metatarsal pads, also known as met pads, are small pads that are placed under the center of the foot to provide relief to the metatarsal heads in the ball of the foot. These pads come in various shapes and sizes, including adhesive, elastic, and free-floating options, and can be shaped like circles, triangles, or teardrops. …
Bunions are a common foot deformity that can affect anyone, including runners. A bunion is the progressive dislocation of the big toe towards the other toes, caused by footwear with a tapered toe box. This big toe deviation can cause pain and discomfort, especially during running. If you’re a runner with a bunion, you might …
Hiking is one of the most challenging activities for feet—typically involving walking long distances on uneven terrain with slopes & inclines while carrying a backpack full of supplies. Most conventional hiking boots aim to “support” the feet during hikes by limiting movement of the ankle, foot, and toes. The downside of excessively supportive hiking boots is …
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The broad sole and splayed toes of babies’ feet are designed to provide balance and stability that should last them a lifetime. Unfortunately, conventional children’s footwear is causing the little ones’ toes to compress and curl permanently while implementing rigid features such as arch support that diminish muscle activation. Over time, this can result in …
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Mike from the Bob & Brad podcast interviews Dr. Ray about the ins and outs of rehabilitating your feet from years in conventional footwear. Topics such as transitioning to minimalist shoes, optimal shoes for foot health, how to strengthen your feet, and more were covered during the session. To listen to the whole podcast, click …
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The natural foot health journey starts at birth. Most of us are born with perfectly shaped feet that are teeming with the potential to become strong and balanced, adaptable to varying terrains and environments. Children’s foot health is typically simple at the beginning—most babies remain barefoot or in socks, allowing their toes to splay and …
For the past couple of months, the vast majority of us have been staying at home due to circumstances related to COVID-19. For many people, this has been challenging in almost every aspect of our lives. However, one silver lining is the health of your feet.
Blood flow is essential in maintaining tissue health, especially following an injury, as it provides the vital reparative factors necessary for healing. Compromised blood flow then, can significantly inhibit tissue healing. In regards to the feet, the posterior tibial artery of the lower leg supplies blood to the plantar region (bottom, sole) of the foot, including …
Chris Duffin, is a world-class powerlifter, founder of Kabuki Strength Lab, Equipment, and Coaching, and founder of Bearfoot Athletics. Chris and Dr. Ray McClanahan, founder and inventor of Correct Toes, recently teamed up to discuss natural foot health as it relates to strength training in a 7-part YouTube series. The ideas discussed in these videos …
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