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Flip Flops / Flimsy Flops
Flimsy flip flops are for walking to and from the pool, but not much else. Read up on what the experts say about this very common and popular footwear. |
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Oso Trail Walks
every Tuesday morning at 8:30 am sharp - meet at the Mission Viejo store for an approximately one hour walk along the beautiful Oso Creek Trail. Please call (949) 581-3338 to confirm and to reserve try-out Nordic poles and ChungShi sandals. Currently free.Free Reflexology Massages
Saturday, July 14th from 11 am to 3 pm get a reflexology massage at the Mission Viejo store only.
Please call ahead for an appointment.
ICON Wearable Art Trunk Show
The ICON woman is sophisticated, fashionable, practical and appreciates art. Beginning July 16th, all in-stock Icon sandals & shoes are 35% off. Shop early for best selection of styles and sizes.
Costa Mesa store only. Chiropractic Day
Saturday, July 21st from 11 am to 2 pm in the Mission Viejo store only (see article in this issue). Please call ahead for your appointment. Free.Back Bay Walks
Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm we meet at the Peter and Mary Muth
Interpretive Center2301 University
Drive (just off
Irvine
Avenue)
Newport
Beach.
Bring your Nordic Poles or reserve ours for your introduction to Nordic Walking. The walk lasts about 1 hour and is a bit dusty so bring water for the trail. Please call (949) 734-2020 to confirm and to reserve try-out Nordic poles. Free.
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Greetings!
With Summer here, we often travel more and work or play outdoors more. That translates into our feet taking even more of a pounding than they usually do.
Did you know that when walking, your feet are subjected to forces of 3 to 5 times your body weight? Runners, tennis players, basketball players, etc. can find their feet exposed to forces of up to 7 to 9 times their body weights. Our poor feet really take a beating!
Yet, there is hope. Proper foot care, arch support and footwear can help your feet function well under these high loads. We can help you design a program to get maximum comfort and optimal performance and balance in whatever activities you enjoy. Please come by for your complimentary consultation with one of our highly trained pedorthic staff.
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Flip Flops / Flimsy Flops
Shorts, short-sleeve shirts and flip-flops. These all are part of a typical summer outfit for both men and women. However, a foot care expert says that you might want to reconsider your summer footwear.
Dr. Michael Loshigian, a podiatrist and foot surgeon at New York's Mount Sinai Hospital and spokesperson for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (click for ACFAS website), discussed the dangers of flip-flops on The Early Show.
Flip-flops are meant for short walks to and from the beach, not for everyday use. Full Text
Sources: CBS News |
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Sandals and Orthotics
 Who says sandals can't be supportive or can't accommodate orthotics?
Finn Comfort, a German brand for one example, makes "The Finest Walking Shoes on Earth" using Old World craftsmanship and modern orthopedic knowledge. Their sandals and shoes have substantial arch and metatarsal support, are fully leather lined with only vegetable-tanned leathers for maximum safety against the skin and are light weight. They are excellent for walking the streets of Europe hour after hour.
Better yet, the insoles are removable and can be replaced with your custom orthotic if you desire, giving you perfect support and supreme comfort. Come in and try a pair on to see what a sandal with some serious support can feel like.
For those sandals you already own where the footbed can't be removed, we have a solution!
In stock are some very nice German-made, super-slim arch supports that can be used with many otherwise incompatible shoes and sandals. If you've got some shoes or sandals that you just love but can't bear to wear (or part with), bring them in and try our professional quality over-the-counter arch supports. You'll be amazed! |
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Meet the Doctor
 Dr. Catherine Maloof's guiding philosophy is to heal the planet, one spine at a time.
Many people go through life and never have enough energy to accomplish all the goals, dreams and desires they have for their life. Dr. Maloof is a woman who is making that happen. For over sixteen years, she has worked closely with individuals in their quest to achieve optimum health and vitality in their lives.
Dr. Maloof is in high demand as a keynote speaker and seminar leader by many corporations and professional organizations. She is known as "Dr. Energy" for good reason. During her career her message has reached thousands of people and motivated them to take action to improve their health, energy and achieve their goals. As a health and motivational speaker, she has an electrifying presentation style, sprinkled with humor, loaded with information you can take home and implement immediately. She is also the author of two books, Health Eating One Bite At a Time and Renew Your Heart One Beat At a Time.
Born and raised in Connecticut, Dr. Maloof attended the University of Connecticut and obtained her Bachelor of Science and Doctorate at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. She has been in private practice in Mission Viejo for more than sixteen years, specializing in family health care, nutritional therapy, sports injuries and taking people's health to the next level.
Dr. Maloof is changing the future of our health. Please come see her for a complimentary visit on July 21st in Mission Viejo. Also, you may visit her website, by clicking here .
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Get Fit for Summer
It's always a good time to improve your health, fitness and comfort. With our unique shoes and sandals from MBT, ChungShi and SpringBoost, one can improve their posture, burn more calories, strengthen, tone, reduce shock to the joints and in many cases relieve back, feet or joint pain. The health benefits are truly amazing. But, even better, the shoes are comfortable too. We encourage everyone to try them. Feeling is believing!
And for those of you going to the Orange County Fair, mention the OC Fair Special and you will get a free pair of Feetures(R) socks, just for trying any of these shoes.
Yours in good health,
Ligia, Jim, Nancy, Tina, Aaron, Marty and Dennis
The Staff at Foot Solutions |
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