Barefoot Science: Toe Walking and Tactile Input
Walking on the toes as a child may be considered a normal phase of learning to walk, however in the child past 3 years old the absence of heel contact…
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Dr. Emily Splichal, Doctor of Podriatric Medicine
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Barefoot Science: Foot Strength & Arch Stiffness in Relation to Minimal Footwear
Earlier this week one of my master instructors shared an interesting article with me on the relationship between foot strength and stiffness in those who chronically wear minimal footwear. For those…
Barefoot Science: How To Help Your Bunion Booty With Bunion Bootie
It’s Saturday morning and you are on your way to your favorite instructor “Toning Tony’s” killer body conditioning class. Famous for his squat series at the end of class you…
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Barefoot Science: Time To Stabilization & Athlete Injury Risk
A majority of my podiatry practice is built around treating athletes and chronic athletic injuries. From professional dancers to marathon runners all athletes – regardless of sport or art – require…