In this video, sports podiatrist and Correct Toes inventor Dr. Ray McClanahan examines pronation and explains the difference between pronation and overpronation. Pronation—the combination of three separate events in the foot and ankle, including subtalar eversion, ankle dorsiflexion, and forefoot abduction—is normal and natural, but it can lead to problems when it becomes excessive. Dr. Ray takes a closer look at what's happening at the joints at the back of the foot during pronation and demonstrates why conventional shoes, including most athletic shoes, create a situation in which overpronation is unavoidable. He also demonstrates how to use toe splay and foot-healthy footwear to help check excessive pronation and prevent lower leg problems.
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In this video, Dr. Ray McClanahan, a sports podiatrist at Northwest Foot and Ankle and the inventor of Correct Toes, describes the Shoe Liner Test and explains why excessive pronation is such a common problem in our society. The Shoe Liner Test is a simple test that involves pulling the liner out of your shoe (or a shoe that you are thinking of buying) and standing on it. If any...
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In the world of healthcare, there are no panaceas, or cure-alls. But a few simple strategies can have profound and lasting effects on your health. When it comes to building and maintaining foot and toe health, one simple action stands out above most others: Realigning your big toe to the position that nature intended. Restoring your big toe so that it’s in line with its corresponding metatarsal bone is one...
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Can you share with me the video that demonstrates how to modify Correct Toes toe spacers?
Hi, W,
Thank you for your comment. We’d be happy to! You can find the link to the comprehensive Correct Toes modifications video here:
www.naturalfootgear.com/blogs/product-info/17921896-correct-toes-modifications-comprehensive
I hope this is helpful. If you have further questions, please just let us know!
Kind Regards,
Andrew Potter
I naturally roll OUT, placing stress and pressure on the 5th metatarsal and knife-edge of the foot. Would Correct Toes help with this? I have seen many doctors and so far, no relief. Everyone wants to prescribe custom orthotics.
Hi, Jen,
Thank you for your comment and question. Correct Toes is helpful in stabilizing the foot and ankle, period, and so whether your issue is excessive pronation or excessive supination, it’s most likely that you will notice a positive change after adopting Correct Toes.
Please let us know if you have any further questions we can assist with!
Kind regards,
Marty Hughes, DC
Hi there. I’m wondering if I can wear the toe spacers at the same time as the metatarsal pads. My second question is: When is it okay to wear only the big-toe spacers instead of the full toe spacers? Thank you!
Hi, Luisa,
Thank you for your questions. Some answers for you:
1. Yes, you can wear the toe spacers at the same time as the metatarsal pads. In fact, doing so can have synergistic effects in building a stronger, healthier, and more aligned foot. This goes for both stationary metatarsal pads (such as Pedag metatarsal pads) and mobile metatarsal pads (such as Strutz Pro foot pads).
2. To better understand when it makes sense to using the big-toe spacers vs. full toe spacers, I recommend that you check out this article from our Popular Q&A blog: www.naturalfootgear.com/blogs/popular-q-a/when-is-it-best-to-use-a-single-toe-spacer-vs-a-full-toe-spacer.
I hope this info helps! Please let me know if you have any additional questions.
All the best,
Marty Hughes, DC