I just want to send a HUGE thank you to your company for your terriffic
product. I HAD plantar fasciitis. I have seen two foot doctors. I
have had two injections which hurt like hell and even had custom made
orthotics, which offered no relief. Superfeet insoles were recommended
by a sales rep at Nordstrom, who spoke very highly of them. I can now
tell you that five months after purchasing them, I am pain free and my
plantar fasciitis has gone away. Thank you for selling a superb
product.
Our retail store and website was launched to provide effective foot care products at reasonable prices to the public. We are an authorized dealer for many of the top name brands, as well as up and coming brands that have been proven effective. We inventory all of our products and handle all of the shipping in house. All orders ship from our Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida warehouse the next business day.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Featured Product - Superfeet Premium Insoles
The Superfeet GREEN is our most popular insole and has been
on the market for over 30 years. It is designed primarily for footwear with a
removable insole and is the recommended choice for those seeking maximum
support and shock absorption.
RECOMMENDED FOOT TYPE
Ideal for feet with medium to high arches.
RECOMMENDED FOOTWEAR
Running, walking, hiking, alpine, industrial, and military
footwear.
AVAILABLE SIZES
FootCareDepot’s Guide to Orthotics, Insoles and Arch Supports.
So
many insoles which one do I need? There are many reasons why you should add
inserts to your shoes. Maybe you have flat feet or maybe your feet are cold and
you need a heated insole. Maybe you have diabetes and you need an insole to
help with blood circulation. Maybe you’re an active runner who needs insole
with shock absorption to get you through that marathon. In this guide we will
explain the different types of insoles and inserts to help you choose the one
you need.
Orthotics and Arch Supports
Lots of customers at FootCareDepot ask, "What is the difference between
a custom orthotic and a simple arch support? Why should I spend that much more
money on custom orthotics?
Arch supports also known as Orthotics are by far the most popular insoles
purchased. Arch support are a rigid insert that may have different amounts of
padding but is made with a reinforced arch that keeps your foot in place as you
move. It is very important to always have an arch support in your shoes at all
times. When the arch is not supported it can cause the tendons in muscles to
rip at your heel causing severe heel pain also known as Plantar fasciitis. Custom
Orthotics especially prescription ones, should be one of your last options,
Think of them like any other prescription. If you have a sore throat, you'd try
cough drops before penicillin. Same goes here. Custom orthotics cost anywhere
from $375 and $450, and only about half of all insurance companies cover the
cost. Custom Orthotics aren't an overnight solution either. A podiatrist makes
a plaster cast of your foot, and then a lab creates the insole from the cast.
It can take up to a month before you get them, and then when you do, they're still
not race-ready. Just like a new pair of shoes you have to break them in for one
to two weeks, and you could feel some discomfort until you get accustomed to
them. If you are already experiencing heel pain also known as Plantar Fasciitis
then it is too late for custom orthotics they are more a preventative then a
healer.
Arch Cushions
Arch Cushions come in ¾ size and full length and are normally used by people
that do not have severe arch problems. Arch cushions have the same design as an
Orthotic except they are made with softer foam padding in the arch instead of a
rigid plastic. Arch cushions can be used as a beginner insole so you can work
yourself up to wearing a more rigid, supportive orthotic.
Cushion Insoles
Cushioned insoles are just what they say they are insoles with lots of
padding. Cushioned insoles are a comfort insole that people generally use if
they stand for long periods of time to make their feet feel better. They do
give your feet better shock absorption and better support and make your feet
just feel good. If you are just looking for an insole that keeps your feet
comfortable than cushion insoles are just what you are looking for. They do not
provide the support as a orthotic does and they do not treat any foot ailments
and sometimes they can mask the problem that persist in your feet.
Sport Insoles
Sport insoles are made to fit specific needs of the athlete. Snowboarders
and skiers need insoles that will keep their feet warm. Runners need insoles
with extra padding at the heel for the most shock absorption. Bicyclers need
insoles that will fit smaller shoes and that can breath better.
Unique Insoles
Some examples of unique insoles are liquid insoles also they make magnetic
insoles or even insoles with heat packets to keep your feet warm in the snow.
Gel Shoe Insoles * The unique Shoe Insoles shape gives arch support and has
a tapered, lower profile at the toes for an improved fit. * Shoe Insoles Made
from Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR), combining superior cushioning and energy
return for ultimate comfort.
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Monday, December 12, 2011
What is a HEEL SPUR?
Heel spurs are soft, bendable deposits
of calcium that are the result of tension and inflammation in the plantar
fascia attachment to the heel. Heel spurs do not cause pain. They are
only evidence (not proof) that a patient may have plantar fasciitis.
Symptoms
- Pain or tenderness over the weight-bearing part of the bottom of the heel.
- A bump that can sometimes be felt when the area is touched.
A heel spur can be diagnosed by looking at an X-ray. In most cases the spur is not the main cause of the heel pain, so the spur is generally left alone and the cause of the heel pain is treated. For instance, a painful and inflamed tendon near the spur (plantar fasciitis) may need treatment.
Treatments for Heel Spurs and Plantar
Fasciitis
- Ice your feet - icing will help diminish some of the symptoms and control the heel pain. Icing is especially helpful after an acute exacerbation of symptoms.
- Stretching the fascia in the morning after sleeping before getting out of bed.
- Arch Support (Amazing Insoles Liquid Orthotics, Spenco, Powerstep)
- Lose weight (Most sufferers are people who are overweight and middle-aged. This is due to the shock-absorbing fat pillow under the foot shrinking over the years and becoming less effective.
- Day time treatment (Amazing Insoles Liquid Orthotics, HTP Heel Seats)
- Night time therapy (Night Splint to keep your foot at a 90 degree angle that keeps the fascia stretched over night.
- Rest
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