How To Properly Check the Arches of Your Feet

There are a lot of misconceptions out there about how to check the arches of the feet and what is actually important when thinking about selecting shoes and inserts.  The video above is an example of how not to check your arches.  Why?  Because checking your arches like this is like brushing your teeth with your fingers and baking soda.  The most important concept is that the foot actually...
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What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is a potentially debilitating condition in which the heel and arch of the foot become extremely inflamed and painful, making it difficult to even place weight on the foot. The plantar fascia is a flat, wide tendon, in essence, that stretches from the calcaneus (heel) to various muscles and bones in the bottom of the foot.
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