When shopping for a new pair of walking or running shoes, finding the right fit for your arch type is a game changer. But, figuring out your arch type can leave you feeling seriously confused (me, hi) ...

A stiff mid-foot is essential for withstanding excessive force when pushing off on the ground for walking and running The arch along the length of the foot was believed to be responsible for mid-foot ...

University of Rhode Island alumna Catherine "Dolly" Cairns measures former URI women's basketball team forward Maye Toure's arch before testing her foot biomechanics in the Ryan Center on URI's ...

Walking and running subjects our feet to forces in excess of body weight. The longitudinal arch of the feet was thought to be the reason the feet do not deform under such load. However, researchers ...

Pain in the arch of the foot is a common problem, especially among athletes. Possible causes include plantar fasciitis, direct injury and structural issues. Treatments can include resting, applying ...

Most people have no idea what arch type they have, but it’s one of the most important pieces of the puzzle to consider when you’re shopping for comfortable shoes, says Jewels Busenberg, the senior ...