So the time has finally come. It is now possible to make 3D printed orthotics. 3D printing started out with many industrial applications, but not until recently have there been health care applications. The company leading the 3D printed orthotic revolution is Sols. You can read about the company and their amazing start up here:…
By Dr. Wayne A. Chieppa | Patients enter the office every day with a complaint regarding their big toe joint. I can write a 1,000 page book describing all the problems that may occur in this area but I don’t have time to do that. The most common painful condition is arthritis of this joint.…
So you’re a woman who’s had nail polish on for the past month and decide it’s time to remove it. That’s when you notice a yellow discoloration or white substance on your nail. Or you’re a guy and every month it seems harder and harder to cut through your ever thickening and discolored toenails. In…
If you have ever had an ingrown nail then you know that it can be extremely painful and can cause serious discomfort. An ingrown nail can become red and swollen and if the nail punctures the skin then bacteria could get in to the wound and lead to an infection. That and the fact that…
So you’ve just gotten a quote from a builder to do a major renovation on your home. What do you do next? You get another quote of course. When it comes to our health care very few of us do the same. In a study by Harris Interactive, 70% of adults stated that they would…
The summer is here, and for many of us, that means taking long walks and/or long runs barefoot on the beach while listening to music and letting the ocean breeze hit us in the face. The exercise is great way to stay in shape and burn calories. According to the University of Western Australia, athletes…
The first known shoe was worn 40,000 years ago. It’s safe to assume that they were first worn as means of protecting the foot. Today’s shoes serve many other functions other than their original purpose. Styles and fashions have changed throughout history, but it is beyond the scope of this discussion to go into historical…
It’s summer and that means kids go away to sports camps. Although they’re young, chances are they’re at more of a risk to foot and ankle injuries. Summer sports camps get very intense and competitive, which is the main reason why you might see an increase in injuries to feet and ankles. The most common…
The minimalist running and shoe revolution was inspired by the book Born To Run by Christopher McDougal. Although the book is quite convincing, the transition to barefoot, or minimalist running, is more challenging than it appears. I would also add that some people may never successfully make the transition without risking injury. Here are some…
Unlike the old days, sneakers of today are made with the dynamic function of the foot in mind. Modern running shoes are made with synthetic foam midsoles usually Polyurethane (PU) and Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) that improve shock absorption. The outsoles are made from synthetic rubber that resists abrasion and improves traction. The uppers are…