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"High-Tech 'Fit Finder' Reveals Surprising Insights on Feet and Gait"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Well+Good

The Fit Finder at Road Runner Sports is a high-tech tool that creates a digital 3D model of your foot and analyzes your gait to suggest models that suit your needs. The Fit Finder helped the author discover that her pronation issues were caused by flexible ankles, her feet were uneven, and she was wearing the wrong shoe size. With the help of a store associate, she was able to find the right shoe and a custom orthotic. While the Fit Finder wasn't a magic solution, it helped her learn more about her feet and gait, and figure out ways to make her life less difficult, shoe-wise.

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Understanding Plantar Fasciitis: Symptoms and Treatments for Foot Pain.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY

Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that causes pain and inflammation in the plantar fascia ligament. It can be caused by various factors, including weight, injury, and muscle degeneration. Treatment options include stretching, medication, ice, exercises, and proper footwear or orthotics. In severe cases, corticosteroid injections, shockwave therapy, and surgery may be necessary. It is important to connect with a physical therapist for proper stretching techniques and manual therapy.

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