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Recommended Books
The Foot Book : Relief for Overused, Abused & Ailing Feet
by Glenn Copeland
"SINCE
I WROTE THE FOOT DOCTOR FIVE YEARS ago I have witnessed a profound increase
in medical knowledge... "
Hence, a new addition of this book was warranted.
About the Author
GLENN COPELAND, D.P.M., is a podiatrist with a private practice in Toronto.
He is on the staff of Toronto’s Women’s College Hospital and
the Sports Medicine Clinic at Mount Sinai Hospital. STAN SOLOMON is a
freelance writer and editor.
Book Description:
Take your feet in hand! Nine out of ten of us have foot problems. Without
proper diagnosis and treatment, problems such as runner’s heel,
tendinitis, heel spurs, bunions, hammer toes, and more can seriously impede
your mobility and put a major crimp in your lifestyle. In this all-inclusive
guide, well-known podiatrist Dr. Glenn Copeland brings his extensive experience
to a wide range of foot care topics. Dr. Copeland:
* Addresses specific concerns, including women’s foot problems,
sports-related ailments, and geriatric foot problems
* Offers sound advice on footwear, from dress shoes and high heels to
running shoes, cross-trainers, and sandals
* Provides a helpful Q & A section and a glossary of key terms
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Footworks II
by Patrick L. O'Connor M.D., Thomas M. Schaller M.D.
Book Description:
Footworks is a revised and updated edition of the only multi-authored
book written by nationally recognized board-certified orthopaedic surgeons
about the assessment and treatment of foot and ankle afflictions. Dr. O'Connor,
the primary editor, strives to educate and inform patients in terms they can
understand. Athletes, workers, diabetics, arthritics, and other active and
not-so active individuals will appreciate the sensible approaches to preventive
foot care.
-31 contributing authors, 15 chapters, glossary, and index
- detailed anatomy, revised drawings, and new photos
-new sections on analyzing the painful foot, dermatology, pedicure, and foot
odor
-sports injuries and exercises for rehabilitation
.the latest on athletic footwear
-update on arthritis and total ankle replacement
-tips on heel pain management, fracture care, and diabetic education
.bunion surgery
Know Your Foot Type
Normal
feet have a medium arch, where the foot lands on the outside of the heel,
and then rolls slightly inward (pronates) to absorb shock.
High
arches can be either rigid where the foot rolls outward too much (underpronates),
functioning as an ineffective shock absorber, or flexible where the foot
rolls inward too much.
Flexible
feet (often called flat feet) have a low, overly flexible arch that flattens
or rolls inward too much (overpronates).
How to help
For the rigid, high-arched foot, super-shock-absorbing insoles are recommended
to provide additional cushioning and foot shock attenuation. When feet
are flexible (either flat feet or high-arched feet), biomechanical foot
supports are highly recommended to control knee pain, plantar fasciitis,
and even lower back pain caused by overpronation.
Wear Proper Shoes to Maintain Good Foot Care
Foot care is paramount for overall proper foot health. If you have problem
feet, you need to implement a better foot care regimen.
If you want to follow a good foot care plan, you first need to look
at your shoes. Poorly designed shoes can reduce your overall level of
foot comfort, contribute to such conditions as bunions, corns and calluses,
and irritate sensitive, diabetic or swollen feet. Cushioned, roomy support
shoes, however, can help provide you with the proper foot care you need.
The Ideal Support Shoe for Good Foot Care
A therapeutic shoe should provide dependable foot care. Remember to
look for the following characteristics in a shoe designed for superior
foot care and support:
* A firm heel counter
* A wide enough toe box to accommodate toes without pinching them
* A semi-rigid or rigid shank
* A removable inner sole
* A long vamp
* A heel measuring between ¾ - 1½ inches
Remember: If you want to maintain good foot care, make sure your shoes
hold onto the foot, and not the other way around. An adjustable support
shoe with Velcro® can be a great way to fit problem feet and improve
your overall level of foot care.
People with Foot Ailments Can Maintain Good Foot Care
* Foot Care Tip #1: If you have diabetes and/or swollen feet, buy roomy
shoes as part of your foot care regimen. Oxfords, for example, are good
support shoes that – with their added-depth fit – can accommodate
even the fifth toe.
* Foot Care Tip #2: If you have bunions, buy shoes with spandex stretch uppers
to maintain good foot care. The extra room and stretchable uppers will cut
down on pinching and friction that can irritate painful bunions even further.
* Foot Care Tip #3: If you have heel pain and need shoes for plantar fasciitis,
add over-the-counter arch supports to your shoes to improve your overall foot
care level. If this doesn’t help alleviate pain, visit a podiatrist to
be fitted for custom orthotics.
Other features to consider in good support shoes that can help improve your level of foot care include:
* Padded collar and tongue to protect sensitive areas, reduce irritation
and secure the fit.
* rubber outsole to aid with slip resistance.
* Interchangeable removable insoles to aid with perspiration problems and accommodate
any orthotic devices.
* Velcro® to provide good closure.
* Plastizote foam lining that molds to the foot to reduce pressure points and
provide customized comfort and protection.
* Firm compression EVA midsole.
* Flared outsole to enhance foot stability.
* Polyurethane rocker sole to reduce ball-of-foot pain and absorb shock.
* Breathable leather upper.
Tips for Buying New Support Shoes to Improve Your Overall Level of Foot
Care
1. Never go out to buy new support shoes first thing in the morning.
The feet swell as the day goes on, and your support shoes need to accommodate
this added size to provide you with the best foot care possible.
2. Always break in new orthopedic shoes at home on carpeting.
3. Do not expect support shoes to stretch. If the shoe does not fit, do not wear it. You should have a thumb-length space at the toe end of the shoe beyond the longest toe if you want shoes that provide good foot care.
A Word From Our Merchant Partner...
Whether you’re standing up all day on the job, sightseeing on your latest trip or taking a morning walk, your feet work hard from morning to night, carrying you through work and play, from one place to another. If you’re not careful, however, you may start feeling the effects of overworked, under supported or improperly aligned feet, ankles, legs and knees… and sooner than you think!
Our merchant partner, the largest direct retailer of foot and lower body healthcare products in the United States, understands that when your feet hurt or are not properly cushioned or supported, your entire lower body can be negatively affected.
This merchant sells over 500 comfort, health and pain-relieving products designed to effectively improve your quality of life. This merchant has been working to soothe or solve your lower body health related problems and discomforts since first opening its doors in 1989.
This merchant cares about its customers, and has partnered with leading healthcare professionals to compile a group of carefully selected foot and lower body healthcare products. In addition, they have a relationship with The Podiatry Institute, a non-profit, educational foundation based in Atlanta, Georgia, also helps the company fulfill its mission to provide quality products to best meet your needs.