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December 13, 2013The Jone fracture is named after a British orthopedic surgeon who had the fracture. Not surprisingly his name was Dr Bobert Jones! A Jones fracture is a fracture that occurs at the diaphysis of the fifth metatarsal of the foot, about half way down the outside of the foot. This type of fracture is characterized Continue reading →
Staff December 6, 2013Jacks test is a test that clinicians often use to check the integrity of the arch of the foot and its associated windlass mechanism. To do the test, you need to get the person standing and then grab the big toe and lift it up. As this happen the arch of the foot should come Continue reading →
Staff November 22, 2013There has been a lot of comment on this shoe from Airia who they claim is the ‘biomechanically’ perfect running shoe Is it? There was a detailed analysis of the claims by Run Research Junkie in two blog posts: The new ‘biomechanically perfect’ running shoe from Airia? Another look at the performance claims by the Continue reading →
Staff November 15, 2013There is no doubt that running is probably one of the best ways to improve fitness and health. It is easy to go for a run, it can be done at any time and probably almost anywhere and you can do it by yourself or with a group. The benefits are well known and well Continue reading →