1. Orthotics Are Only For ‘Old People’ Custom orthotics have long had the stereotype of only being for ‘old people’ or for being associated with ugly orthopaedic shoes. As people age...
Gateway of Hope has partnered with Kintec Langley to have people donate slightly used or new shoes so they can give “to those that come to us with badly worn...
Your feet are responsible for bearing your weight and getting you anywhere you need to go. Needless to say, you should give them always make sure you look after them...
In the health care and fitness industries, the words ‘functional’ and ‘function’ are used to describe many different things. With respect to WorkSafeBC, a functional assessment may involve lifting weighted...
When we last left I was just arriving in Whistler and getting ready to start training. For my first week I was paired up with an Olympic Brakeman who is...
When patients come in for a pedorthic assessment, they commonly think that one orthotic will do it all. Today, we are going to explain why you should consider not only...
Here's what Kintec Port Moody is currently loving: In anticipation to sunnier days ahead, nothing says Spring like a pop of colour! We are wild about all the fun, bright clothing in-store like...
“If the shoe fits, wear it.”….or not always. It should also be appropriate for the actual activity that you are using it for. For example, you would not wear flippers to...
1. Heel Spurs and Plantar Fasciitis are the same thing. It is a common misconception that if you have plantar fasciitis you also have heel spurs and vice versa when in...
When it comes to running, the importance of sports specific underwear is often underestimated. Improper underwear for physical activity such as running can lead to discomfort such as sweat, chafing, wedgies and...