By Mark Charrette, DC Many articles have discussed how excessive pronation and the loss of the foot’s medial arch (flat foot) can negatively affect the mechanics of the lower extremities, as well as the pelvis and spine. However, too much arch can be just as much of a problem as not enough. In fact, an [...]

Knee Injuries and Their Link to the Feet By Kevin M. Wong, DC Unfortunately, knee pain and dysfunction are common. It is not surprising that of all the areas treated by orthopedic surgeons, the knee is the most commonly injured joint, representing a whopping 26 percent of orthopedic business.1 In my estimation, the average chiropractor [...]

As the weather continues to surprise us, simple tasks such as walking outside are even becoming dangerous. We are all told keep an eye out for black ice, and to shovel with proper posture in order to avoid straining our back muscles. However, did you know that the rain itself could be the cause of [...]