Time for a Stand Your Ground FAQ: "I am getting a new pair of orthotics. What do I do with my old pair?" 

The team at Stand Your Ground is set on debunking common pedorthic myths to keep you well-informed.

Time for a Stand Your Ground FAQ! What if my orthotics don’t feel great right away? 

People wear compression stockings to improve blood flow in their legs. This helps prevent leg swelling and, to a lesser extent blood clots. If you have varicose veins, spider veins, or have just had surgery, your health care provider may prescribe compression stockings.

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue (ligament) that connects your heel bone to your toes. It supports the arch of your foot. If you strain your plantar fascia, it gets weak, swollen, and inflamed.

A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint where your big toe meets your foot. Bunions happen slowly and eventually they become bigger and begin to stick out from the side of your foot.