LEARN
YOUR FEET
Each of your feet consists of 26 bones, which is almost 1/3 of the bones in your body. There are 30 joints, which give the foot its mobility and 29 muscles that direct the movement of your foot. Finally, each foot contains over 100 different ligaments that connect one bone to another and hold the entire structure together. This mass of tissue and bone must serve many purposes. Perhaps the most important function is as a loose “bag of bones”, adjusting to uneven ground surfaces. But, in the same step, the foot must transform to serve as a firm support to provide a strong, stable push off the ground.
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Each Step
Each step begins as the foot is supinated before heel strike; this means that the outside heel touches first followed by weighting of the arch. The foot then pronates (rolls in slightly); together with contraction of the calf muscle, this will dissipate the shock to the entire foot and leg. The arch will flatten slightly until the arch ligament (plantar fascia) is tightened. During the liftoff phase the front of the foot supinates (rolls out) to stabilize the foot until the big toe leaves the ground.
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Any Shift
Problems will occur if any of the above processes does not occur, or occurs to a greater degree than intended.
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For Example
For example, once the heel touches and weights the arch, if that sequence of events is not followed by pronation and the foot remains to the outside of the foot, the foot loses its ability to absorb the shock. If the foot does not absorb this shock the vibration will work its way up the leg until the shock is absorbed by another joint; one that may not be designed to perform this duty. On the other hand, if, at the time of pronation the foot rolls too far to the inside, the foot is then out of alignment and will misalign everything above it and will be unable to lock out correctly for a strong push off of the ground.
Your Orthotics
Orthotics will aid this process by gently guiding the foot into its correct positioning throughout the time the foot is on the ground.
Satisfaction
Audrey Williams2022-12-05My 11 year old grandson just got his first pair of orthotics made by Tammy to correct his pronation and relieve the pain he was having in his heel from Sever's disease. It had become very painful to play tennis and run. He now tells me each time after tennis that he no longer has pain and how great it is to be able to play without pain! I wasn't sure that Tammy could make orthotics for a growing kid, but these orthotics have made all the difference in the world! Happy kid! I first met Tammy in 2007 when I was running Marathons. She was wonderful to work with and really understood what needed to be done. I have seen Tammy through the years to make adjustments or new orthotics and each time I see her she is still enthusiastic about helping me to feel my best and continue to do what I love doing to stay active. My husband also has orthotics made by Tammy. I have a lot of respect for Tammy and her expertise!
Hell Yeah and the Maybes ROCKIN2022-05-31Tammy is the absolute best in the business! She has kept me running through rugby, soccer, boxing and my high energy band! The last pair of orthotics lasted me 15 years! I only had to get some new ones latley because i started having the same old issues with Plantar faicietis and achillies and sciatica (im old i got to have these! :) ). She fixed me up with a new pair and I am back good as a 25 year old kid again! She is also an excellent conversationalist and good person! Athletes take note! These orthotics will help you -totally!
Amy Iacopi2022-05-28I recently found myself in a pickle after my running shoes/orthotics were stolen on the day before I was supposed to run the Grand Canyon. Two local PT/body work professionals referred me to Tammy. I reached out and begged her to consider seeing me on short notice and she very generously agreed to see me that evening. Less than two hours later I walked out with a brand new pair of custom orthotics and a new friend! She takes her work very seriously and continued to check in on me for days and weeks after she made them making tweaks and recommendations when I had questions. She even found me the same shoes which are now discontinued on Ebay because they were the best fit for my "flippers". I'm terrified of suffering from plantar fasciitis again and I know that her work will prevent me from the same injuries that still torment me from the past. Thank you Tammy! You are the BEST!
Jen Heininger2022-05-27I first saw Tammy 3 years ago when I found out my meniscus was torn. I opted not to have it "cleaned up" but, instead, tried a PRP shot. Shortly after my shot, she fitted me with orthotics. I have literally been successfully up and running ever since! Not only have the orthotics been a game changer (there was some major overcompensating happening), the PRP shot worked, my meniscus is healed(!) .... I feel like huge credit is owed to Tammy for getting my feet where they needed to be during the healing process; as they helped me move forward (pun intended), correctly. I am now on my second pair, training for my 7th ultra and am continuing to feel strong. Tammy, you are the BEST!!
Erin Miller2022-04-29Tammy is the BEST at her job! Hands down, best orthotics maker I've ever worked with! Give her a call, you won't be sorry!
Tori Pereira2022-04-28Finding Elite Feet has literally changed my life! Chronic foot pain had just become a bit of a normalcy in my life, but Tammy's amazing custom orthotics have brought me so much comfort and confidence in the performance of my foot. I've even been able to get out on some rigorous backpacking and skiing trips again. She's always extremely responsive and quick to offer her services or adjustments. In our time working together, she's been more attentive and proactive than I could have expected. She has even gone above and beyond for me in helping me find a local specialist, as I was new to the area. I'd happily recommend Elite Feet to anyone looking for amazing custom orthotics and even better service!
Jeremy Harkey2022-01-17Tammy transformed my life. I thought I'd had custom orthotics from my chiropractor, but Tammy helped me understand how unfit & unhelpful they actually were. Tammy crafted the right pair for me, and within a week I was no longer having to go 2x weekly to the chiropractor and my plantar fasciitis appeared to be on the mend. Now I can run again!
Katie Spencer2022-01-14I have had chronic plantar fasciitis for six years, and working with Tammy is the only thing that has finally helped. She not only customizes orthotics, but looks at your struggle holistically. She gave me new exercises and hope. Tammy goes above and beyond to make sure your orthotics are working for you, and genuinely cares about the outcome. I’m sending everyone her way. How your feet are doing truly impacts your whole life, and I am so grateful I found Tammy!
Samantha Lunsky2021-10-18If I could give Tammy and Elite Feet Orthotics a million stars I would. Tammy is an absolute expert in her field, and one of the most genuine and kind individuals I have ever met. She takes care to listen to your story, even if it is quite lengthy, and provides so much helpful feedback. I was in love with my new orthotics the minute I slipped them on. There are just not enough words to express all of my gratitude to Tammy, and my appreciation of her diligence and meticulous crafting. Elite Feet Orthotics is truly special!
