How to Choose the Right Prefabricated Orthotic There are many different types prefabricated arch supports and inserts to choose from in today’s marketplace. Each of these over-the-counter products promises to be “band-aids” and relieve pain and discomfort for foot, knee, leg, hip and back pain. The balancing act here is the middle of the road [...]
Orthopedic ShoesHow often should I change my running shoes? Most sports doctors conclude that running shoes should be replaced every 200-400 miles, as the materials which supply shock absorption and stability, wear out. - Dr. Charles A. Mutschler, Podiatric Consultant for Footcare Express
What is a functional foot orthoses? By definition, a functional foot orthotic is a device that is contoured to the entire foot and used to reduce abnormal motion or abnormal position of the foot. A functional foot orthoses is also used to control the abnormal motion or abnormal position of the lower extremity that is [...]
Neuroma pain is typically described as a burning, tingling pain of the forefoot and toes. It can also be felt as an aching or shooting pain in the forefoot. Patients with this problem commonly state that it feels like they are walking on a pebble under their forefoot. The patients usually state that removing their [...]
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) or Extra Corporeal Activation Technique (EPAT) in Miami Florida Footcare Express of Miami, Florida, provides to its patients a breakthrough solution to alleviate pain in the feet. This non-invasive procedure in which shock waves are used is known as Extra-Corporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) or also known as Extra Corporeal [...]
Foot problems are a common occurrence. At one time or another just about everyone will experience either pain or discomfort in their feet. While there are some things that can be done to minimize or prevent problems, they are still likely to occur simply because we use our feet all the time and they bear [...]
Heel pain is a common foot problem and can make every step you take unbearable. Now, doctors are using a breakthrough treatment to cure it using your own blood. Seven’s Richard Lemus shows us this Heel Healing. WSVN — Several times a week you’ll find Johnny Rodriguez pacing the sidelines of the baseball field. Johnny [...]
Question: Hello Dr. Mutschler, I have very wide, flat feet and have been diagnosed with plantar fascitis in both feet. I was told to purchase a quality arch support and came across your website. I’m very interested in purchasing a pair of arch supports from your on line store but was hoping for a recommendation [...]
Question: I’m interested in full length custom orthotics to put in hiking boots for hiking in the mountains. I have plantar fasciitis in one foot. What is the difference between your $99 model and $199 model? What are the life expectancies? Thanks. – Mark Answer: Our $99 product is considered a semi-custom device. At Footcare [...]
Footcare Express Integrates Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy The medical staff at FootCare Express is pleased to announce the integration of Platelet Rich Plasma therapy to promote faster healing of soft tissue injuries. PRP received a lot of Publicity after Pittsburgh Steeler star Hines Ward used the therapy to recover from a nagging knee injury in [...]
