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R is for Reebok Easy Tone

December 10, 2012
R is for Reebok Easy Tone

The Reebok Easy Tone are a popular toning shoe made by Reebok. Reebok EasyTone was a line of footwear designed by Reebok that claims to help tone and strengthen leg and glute muscles. These shoes incorporate unique technology and design features intended to create instability, which in turn activates and engages more muscles during everyday […]

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F is for FitFlops

December 10, 2012
F is for FitFlops

FitFlops are a popular toning shoe with lots of claims made for them. FitFlops are a brand of footwear that gained popularity for their claims of providing health and fitness benefits while walking. They are designed with a thick, cushioned sole and a built-in arch support, intending to promote better posture and alleviate foot discomfort. […]

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A is for Avia iBurn

December 10, 2012
A is for Avia iBurn

The Avia iBurn was the toning shoe that is made by Avia. It is designed to be unstable and give an extra workout. The Avia iBurn toning shoe is a type of footwear designed to help tone and strengthen muscles while walking or performing everyday activities. Toning shoes gained popularity several years ago as a […]

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D is for the Determinants of Gait

December 3, 2012

The determinants of gait are the strategies that we use when walking to maintain the center of gravity that is in the horizontal plane, and to increase the efficiency of gait, and to decrease the energy expenditure when walking and running The determinants of gait are a set of factors or characteristics that influence the […]

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D is for the Diabetic Foot

December 3, 2012

The diabetic foot is that foot that is at increased risk for complications due to the physiological processes of diabetes. An ulcer is a common complication of foot in those with diabetes. The term “diabetic foot” refers to a complication that can occur in individuals with diabetes. It is called the “diabetic foot” because it […]

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D is for Dorsi-Technology

December 3, 2012
D is for Dorsi-Technology

Dorsi Technology was a new shoe that is sort off like a toning shoe. It is no longer available.

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O is for Overpronation

November 29, 2012
O is for Overpronation

Overpronation is that term used and abused by runners, running shoe retailers and manufacturers that does not really mean anything. Overpronation is a term used to describe the inward rolling motion of the foot during walking or running. It refers to the excessive inward movement of the foot’s arch and ankle joint beyond the normal […]

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O is for Onitsuka Tiger

November 29, 2012
O is for Onitsuka Tiger

The Onitsuka Tiger is one of the more popular of the retro running shoes. Onitsuka Tiger is a popular footwear brand known for its classic and stylish sneakers. The brand was established in 1949 by Kihachiro Onitsuka in Japan and has a rich history in athletic footwear. Onitsuka Tiger initially focused on creating shoes for […]

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O is for Onychomycosis

November 29, 2012
O is for Onychomycosis

Onychomycosis is a hard to treat fungal infection of the toenails. Onychomycosis, also known as toenail fungus, is a fungal infection that affects the nails, including those on the feet. It is primarily caused by various types of fungi called dermatophytes, but other fungi such as yeasts and molds can also be responsible. These fungi […]

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N is for Navicular Drop

November 26, 2012

Navicular drop is a measurement that is used to determine how much the navicular moves between the neutral and relaxed positions of the foot. The Navicular Drop test is a physical examination technique used to assess the mobility and stability of the foot’s arch, specifically the medial longitudinal arch. The test provides information about the […]

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