14 Dec 2020
By Barrett Podiatry

Signs Your Orthotics Need a Checkup

Bunions, Heel Pain
Custom orthotics can be an outstanding tool for helping many patients find relief from problems caused by structural abnormalities. This may mean treating heel pain, reducing callus-causing friction, or even taking excess pressure off a bunion. Custom orthotics can do a lot of hard work, but that means they can’t last forever, either. Eventually, the materials of an orthotic will wear down to the point where it is providing less (or no) supportive help. It is also common for circumstances to change, and the need for orthotics to change with them. Regular maintenance and replacement of orthotics is essential to…
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24 Nov 2020
By Barrett Podiatry
Types of Pain in the Heel

Types of Pain in the Heel

Heel Pain,
Have you ever thought about how many miles you have walked over your lifetime? In a year? A month? A week? A day? Every time you pound your feet on hard surfaces, especially when you aren’t wearing proper shoes, you may begin to develop pain in the heel. Sore heels will most likely cure themselves without resorting to surgery if given appropriate rest. However, people many times ignore the warning signs and don’t give their feet the rest they need. This can cause the pain and problem to worsen and could lead to a chronic condition. If your heel starts…
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