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Toe Spacers, Bunions + The Foot Fixes That Could Change How You Age

· 41 min · Episode 120

Episode Toe Spacers, Bunions + The Foot Fixes That Could Change How You Age

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If you’ve been searching for how to strengthen your feet, improve your balance, walk better, help bunions, choose the right shoes, or stay mobile as you age, this episode is for you.

Your feet could be telling you more about your health than you realize.

Today, Tamsen sits down with foot and gait specialist Dr. Courtney Conley to break down the simple things you can start doing now to build stronger feet, improve the way you walk, and protect your mobility as you age.

You’ll learn:

- Why your walking speed can reveal important information about your health

- The simple test that can show you how strong your toes actually are

- What to do about bunions before considering surgery

- Why balance and foot strength become so important as you age

- Whether you actually need arch support or orthotics

- The truth about max-cushion sneakers, barefoot shoes and walking barefoot

- How to tell if your shoes are changing the shape of your feet

- The simple foot exercises Dr. Conley recommends for strength and mobility

- Why toe spacers can help and how to use them correctly

- What Dr. Conley rates orthotics, insoles, compression socks, bunion correctors, massage balls, slant boards and toe spacers

Your feet are carrying you through your entire life. This episode will show you how to start taking care of them now so they can keep carrying you for decades to come.

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If you liked this episode, then you’ll like: The Foot Expert: The 6 Shoe Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Body

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