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Are rocker-sole shoes actually beneficial, or merely just a fad? Read this article to find out more!

http://comfortshoereport.blogspot.com.au/2011/12/outlook-for-rocker-sole-shoes-in-2012.html Extra Depth Footwear keep both the stable and cushioned rocker-sole footwear. Please note with all fittings the type of rocker has to be recommended on individual requirements following assessment and formulation of goals we wish to achieve, ie Stability … Continue reading

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Extra Depth Footwear Team

Come and see our team in their new building at Extra Depth Footwear, Unit 1/142 Little Ryrie St Geelong! Let them put a smile on your face as big as theirs with our new range of footwear. For an appointment please … Continue reading

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Extra Depth Footwear’s Official Opening at our NEW Location

We are inviting YOU to come and see our new purpose built clinic from 14th-18th of November. Receive professional advice and fittings by our team of footwear specialists, including expert Julie Hoeben who will be attending the clinic on Wednesday the 16th and Thursday … Continue reading

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Welcome to our new staff members

We are very pleased to welcome Kathy Paliaga to the team in the role of practice manager. Kathy is highly qualified for the position and comes with a wealth of knowledge to improve our practice and help maintain a high level of care for our … Continue reading

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New Premises!

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Horton Stance Control KAFO

  Ben recently attended a workshop run by Darren Pereira from NeuroMuscular Orthotics on the Horton Stance Phase Control Knee Joint for Knee Ankle Foot Orthotics (KAFO’s). The knee joint automatically locks and unlocks as the user walks, providing a … Continue reading

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New Blog for Geelong Orthotics

Welcome to our new Blog. We hope to use this area for both our patients and referrers as a resource for material that will be informative and interactive. We will be posting Latest News events, Product Updates and Material or … Continue reading

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Forefoot pain – could be Metatarsalgia or a Mortons Neuroma

Morton’s neuroma or metatarsalagia can present as numbness or tingling in the toes, pain between the toes which can be palpated or callousing on the ball of the foot. Orthotic treatment can include a foot orthosis with a metatarsal dome or … Continue reading

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Knee Pain

Knee pain can be a result of many different things including meniscus damage, osteoarthritis, ligament damage or mal-alignment of the ankle or foot. The knee is divided up into three major sections; The medial (inside) compartment, lateral (outside) compartment and the patella (knee cap).  … Continue reading

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Heel Pain

Plantar Fasciitis or heel pain is often associated with fallen or flattened arches commonly known as pronation. It is always advisable to maintain good flexibility, particularly in the calves. Tight calves transfer forces lower into the ankle and foot complex … Continue reading

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