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Osteoarthritis: Conventional vs. Natural Approaches
In this video, Dr. Ray McClanahan, a sports podiatrist at Northwest Foot and Ankle and the inventor of Correct Toes, discusses the most common causes of foot and toe osteoarthritis. He also reviews common conventional approaches to foot osteoarthritis and compares these with more natural approaches that have proven helpful for his patient base. Learn more about this common problem, and what you can do about it, in this insightful video.
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I’m wondering about my bunions. I have been using Correct Toes for awhile now and they definitely help, but it’s seems as though they don’t straighten my big toe enough to align it properly. I’m just wondering if I can correct it further somehow? Thanks for any ideas you might have.
Hi, Carol,
Thank you for your question. One thing you might consider trying is to add shims (basically, small rectangular pieces of an old shoe liner) to the cavities in the device to help “bulk up” the spacers and improve toe alignment. You can add up to three shims in each cavity. This video demonstrates how to add the shims:
www.naturalfootgear.com/blogs/product-info/17921896-correct-toes-modifications-comprehensive
You may also need a larger size of Correct Toes. It’s not uncommon to go up a size after using the spacers for a period of time.
Please let us know if you have any additional questions!
Kind regards,
Marty Hughes, DC
I am being told by my podiatrist to use Hoka shoes for arthritis and sesamoiditis in my big toe, as the Hokas are stiff and have rocker soles. I have tried walking in them and find they cause lower back stiffness, and they are not really helping with the arthritis. Why is there conflicting information about this? I’ve started using a more minimal shoe—Altra Lone Peak—and I am hoping this will help. It certainly feels wonderful to walk in, but I am concerned it won’t help with the arthritis.
Hi, Tina,
You pose an excellent question! There is a lot of misinformation out there when it comes to feet, footwear, and foot health. I think you might find the following post from our Popular Q&A blog, which focuses on so-called “maximalist” footwear, to be an interesting and relevant read:
www.naturalfootgear.com/blogs/popular-q-a/are-maximalist-shoes-good-for-the-feet
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any additional questions you might have after reading the above article.
Cheers,
Marty Hughes, DC