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𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐋𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐒?⁣
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Runners can get foot pain from several places. Poorly fitted shoes are one of the first places to look. Over-training is another common culprit. If you have considered causes like these but still have significant foot pain, then think about getting custom orthotics. ⁣
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Currently, I am training for the Calgary 70.3 which is a half Ironman.⁠ I have used Orthotics for 22 years and use them in both my 👟running shoes as well as my cycling shoes🚴🏼‍♀️!⁠ They have really help me during my runs and ensure I get maximum support during my training and support ⁣
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So if you are training for a particular sport or race coming up and need some foot health or footwear advice, my inbox is always open! ⁣
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📍 Kinetic Orthotics - Wed & Fri (Call 587-353-3883 for bookings)⁠⁣
📍 - Thurs (Call 403 454-1701 for bookings)

Have a great mid-week everyone!

📍 Kinetic Orthotics - Wed & Fri (Call 587-353-3883 for bookings)⁠

📍 - Thurs (Call 403 454-1701 for bookings)⁠⁣⁠

🦶🏻 Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis Treatment⁠
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Heel pain is one of the most common problems seen by Canadian Certified Pedorthists. Causes include:⁠
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- Poor foot mechanics⁠
- Improper footwear⁠
- Unfavourable ground conditions⁠
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Here are 3 pointers Canadian Certified Pedorthists recommend to help prevent and alleviate heel pain:⁠
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🏃‍♀️ Carefully and slowly increasing activity to allow the tissues of the lower limbs time to properly adapt⁠
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👟 Wearing stable shoes with sturdy heel counters (the back of the shoe) to control motion and provide shock absorption⁠
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🙅‍♀️ Avoid going barefoot or just wearing socks while injured as poor foot mechanics can aggravate the injury further if not controlled⁠
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📍 Kinetic Orthotics - Wed & Fri (Call 587-353-3883 for bookings)⁠
📍 - Thurs (Call 403 454-1701 for bookings)⁠⁣⁠
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Did you know I can modify your shoe?

Canadian Certified Pedorthists are one of the only foot experts trained in the modification of footwear.

Sometimes conditions can be managed with foot orthotics, or footwear alone and modified shoes can make a dramatic difference in a patient’s life.

Check out my IG stories for 3 different modifications that can be done to your footwear.

The importance of putting a Foot Orthotic in proper footwear?⁠
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#𝟏 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🦶⁠
A shoe acts as a foundation for the foot and provides a stable base for the foot orthotic. ⁠
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#𝟐 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 👟⁠
The footwear itself is an important treatment method. A foot orthotic may be less effective if it is placed in inferior footwear as the shoe may work against the features of the orthotic. ⁠
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That is why the foot orthotic is only as good as the shoe it goes into!⁠
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Need more tips? Please email or call the clinics below for more information! ⁠
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📍 Kinetic Orthotics Call 587-353-3883 ⁠
📍 Call 403 454-1701

From the importance of wearing orthotics in stable shoes, to slowly building up tolerance if you experience discomfort. ⁣ ⁣ Orthotics are simple, easy-to-use medical devices that help support and align your feet to alleviate pain and discomfort.⁣ ⁣ If you are experiencing foot or lower limb pain, your doctor may refer you to a Canadian Certified Pedorthist for custom foot orthotics to help improve your foot function.⁣ ⁣ For more Orthotic tips you can also head to 𝐰𝐰𝐰.𝐩𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜.𝐜𝐚 or call to book in an assement with me today at the following clinics below⬇️ ⁣ 📍 Kinetic Orthotics - Wed & Fri (Call 587-353-3883 to book)⁠⁣ 📍 Altitude Collaborative Health - Thurs (Call 403 454-1701 to book)⁠⁣ 📹 credit Perdorthic Canada

How long will a Foot Orthotic last?⁠
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This varies from patient to patient! Each individual's orthotics are made of materials that are customized to the patient’s foot structure, levels of activity, age and physical condition.⁠
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The lifespan of a foot orthotic should not be measured by when the cover material wears out but by how long the orthotic meets the foot’s changing needs for ⁠
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☑️ Support⁠
☑️ Correction ⁠
☑️ Pressure redistribution. ⁠
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If your symptoms begin to return it is a good idea to have your orthotic reassessed to determine if modifications or a new device are necessary.⁠
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Need footwear advice or unsure if you need new Orthotics?⁠
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Call to book an assessment with me today!
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📍 Kinetic Orthotics - Wed & Fri (Call 587-353-3883 to book)⁠
📍 - Thurs (Call 403 454-1701 to book)⁠

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👟 On average, a running shoe last 700km before it stops providing you with the support you need. ⁠
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👉 For active people who run 3-4 times a week, they need to change their shoes after a year. ⁠
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Even if you are not that active, the plastic material that running shoes are made of will harden in your closet, which means your shoes will not provide you with the protection that you need - ⁠
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👟 On average, a running shoe last 700km before it stops providing you with the support you need. ⁠
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👉 For active people who run 3-4 times a week, they need to change their shoes after a year.
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Even if you are not that active, the plastic material that running shoes are made of will harden in your closet, which means your shoes will not provide you with the protection that you need - Pedorthic Association of Canada
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𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐠𝐢𝐚 (𝐦𝐞𝐭-𝐮𝐡-𝐭𝐚𝐡𝐫-𝐒𝐀𝐋-𝐣𝐮𝐡)⁣⁣
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⁣Aka: Pain at the ball of your foot⁣
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👉 It is a term used to describe a group of forefoot conditions that cause pain, burning or discomfort under the ball of the foot or in the metatarsal bones. ⁣⁣
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𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐞𝐬⁣⁣
🔸 Intense activities⁣
🔸 Foot trauma⁣
🔸 Certain foot types such as high arches⁣
🔸 Foot deformities⁣
🔸 Arthritis ⁣
🔸 Improper fitting footwear⁣
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𝐏𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:⁣⁣

☑️ Foot and lower limb exam⁣⁣
☑️ Custom-made foot orthotic or over-the-counter device⁣⁣
☑️ Recommendation of appropriate and proper-fitting footwear⁣⁣
☑️ Modification of footwear⁣⁣
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Click the 🔗 below to book an assessment with me and we can work together to alleviate the pain and discomfort that you are experiencing.⁣

**Don't forget to use your insurance for Orthotics coverage!

https://shannongordonorthotics.com/