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Why We Need to Look at Barefoot Science for Bunion Management 1st mpj barefoot science bunions footwear Aug 09, 2024

The Problem with Bunions and Conventional management and Footwear

Bunions, medically known as hallux abductus or hallux abductovalgus, are a prevalent foot deformity causing significant discomfort and mobility issues. They appear as a bony bump at the base of the big toe, resulting from the...

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Toes, Toes Toes !!! 🦶💪👣 and how footwear changes their function. 1st mpj cns footwear hallux abducto valgus motor control subcortical Mar 04, 2024

Fashion has alot to answer for ! 

We have been stuffing our tootsies into ill fitting shoes - and marketing them as Good for your feet or Podiatry/ Physio  endorsed . 

The fact is -  We need ALL our toes - especially the 1st one - to be able to spread before heel strike - AND...

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Falls prevention & the role the foot and ankle play 👣🦶💪 falls prevention footwear insoles mechanoreceptors orthotics Feb 02, 2024

A short but concise tidbit at Why the foot and ankle is important for Falls Prevention .

The foot and ankle play a crucial role in maintaining balance and stability and provide a solid foundation for movement. 

Falls are a common cause of injury, especially among older adults, and...

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