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An OA knee brace isn’t a cure—but it can be a powerful part of your toolkit for managing arthritis.

The debate between minimalist shoes and orthotics doesn’t have to be an either-or situation.

We always say that it’s a great time to be a runner because of all the great footwear options available.  But it’s also a very confusing time to be a runner because of all the great footwear options available! 

We’re far more in control of our bodies than most of us realize. Indeed, our behaviour, environment, and habits can be utilized to improve our immunity.

Pain or discomfort is generally the most prominent symptom we hear. However, we don’t simply treat the symptom—we address the cause.

Back pain, as a general or non-specific diagnosis, is an issue that can affect 60-70% of people in their lifetime according to the National Institute of Health. If we include specifically diagnosed back conditions those numbers increase to approximately 80%.

What increases the risks or tendinitis, tendinopathy or rupture? How can we treat and prevent?

A large part of the success of custom foot orthotics is based on their comfortable integration to footwear along with any modifications that are necessary to make sure they work effectively.

There are multiple unloading braces for knee osteoarthritis, knee braces for ligament instability, knee braces for meniscal tears, knee braces for patellafemoral, and knee braces for patellar tendonitis…whew! To add to the potential confusion, for each one of these conditions, there are multiple options for bracing depending on patient lifestyle and degree of injury.

Experiencing knee pain underneath the kneecap with running or walking? If so, you may be one of many experiencing Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).