Let’s talk knees! Do you have knee pain, aching, stiffness and soreness after long periods of inactivity; mild to severe pain after overuse or ascending or descending stairs? These are common symptoms of Osteoarthritis (OA).
Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is the most common type of arthritis affecting one in ten Canadian adults. It can affect any joint but commonly occurs in weight-bearing joints such as the knee. The cartilage (firm, rubbery material) that covers the ends of the bones in normal joints acts as a shock absorber. Over time, the cartilage may wear away in some areas decreasing its ability to cushion the bone. As this happens tendons and ligaments stretch, causing pain. As the condition worsens the bones may rub against each other.
Osteoarthritis can be caused by many factors including heredity, obesity, injury or joint overuse.
Unloading Knee Braces – Non-Invasive Options
A safe, non-invasive viable option is an Osteoarthritis Unloader knee brace specifically designed to treat OA. It stabilizes the joint, reduces pain and helps to build stronger muscles allowing patients to return to the activities they love whether that is everyday living or sports. OA braces relieve pain by redistributing the weight bearing load on the painful or affected compartment of the joint to the healthier or unaffected compartment. Increased function studies have shown that wearing an OA brace can increase daily functions and decrease pain. Patients diagnosed with OA who wear a knee brace will generally feel better in the morning, be more active during the day, and rest more comfortably at night. Braces cannot cure osteoarthritis and may not be right for everyone, however, it is a viable and successful solution for many people.There are many different types of OA braces designed for all activity levels. One of the programs offered at Soles in Motion is the 30 Day Free Trial OA Program so you have the opportunity to feel its success without incurring any costs.
No matter what your ability, I believe that with the proper treatment plan, you can reduce your pain and achieve your goals. Education is key in making an informed decision. Keep your joints moving.
There can be many reasons why your feet hurt – improper footwear, not enough support in the right places, not enough cushioning, medical condition or an injury. It is hard to know where to start. The best option is to see a Canadian Certified Pedorthist for an assessment. Assessments determine what the problem is and what solution would be best for you. You may require custom orthotics, off the shelf insoles or proper footwear. Be educated! Listen to your feet!
Soles in Motion has been helping patients by providing them with solutions to their pain. We do this through custom and off-the-shelf orthopedic bracing, custom foot orthotics, diabetic foot care, custom fitting of comfort and athletic footwear and compression therapy services.
Soles in Motion is the Presenting Sponsor of Sole Sisters Women’s Race Series. Sole Sisters celebrates the strength of female runners and the lifelong friendships developed on and off the running roads with three events: June’s 5K run/walk, June’s Li’l Sisters Races and October’s 5K, Quarter & Half Marathon. Sole Sisters supports 
Soles in Motion is a sponsor of the Maritime Race Weekend. Maritime Race Weekend Association is a not-for-profit society committed to raising money to support local not-for-profit groups. Maritime Race Weekend encourages and motivates everyone in our community to get more active. The race takes place on September 16th& 17th.
Always dreamed of walking down the runway! Well Soles in Motion is an Executive Class Sponsor of the Nova Scotia Lung Association Runway Run. Hit the runway with us at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport on September 10, 2016 to help make Nova Scotia a healthier place to live and breathe!
As part of our commitment to helping others, we encourage our customers to bring in their gently worn shoes and donate them to Dr. Colin Van Zoost’s organization, Walk in our Shoes, at St. Andrew’s United Church every Sunday. He and other volunteers fit the homeless in the Halifax area with footwear and give foot care services. Soles in Motion has been doing this for over 5 years and is committed to help people less fortunate in our area.
We were also very pleased to play a small part in the Canada Cuba Goodwill Tour when we were given the opportunity to donate new footwear to the young Cuban baseball team that came to visit Halifax Regional Municipality. It is so important for our young people recognize how fortunate we are to be Canadians.
Ever heard of BodyGlide – well it is a necessary accessory for anyone who gets chaffing from running, cycling, walking, working – you name it. Body Glide is an anti-chaffing, blister prevention product that is easy to use, very effect, hypoallergenic and safe for daily use. The product is invisible, non-greasy and stays right where you apply it. It does not block your pores and allows perspiration to escape which is vital to regulating yor body temperature. The ingredients are plant-derived combined with custom blended natural waxes.
Another active accessory is our Travel Rollers which is a firm density roller with a solid core and an inner storage compartment. Great for releasing tension, iproving mobility and toning your body. Like the name says it travels easily in your luggage or backpack.
Spiky Massage Ball – it’s small but mighty! It’s a simple massage tool which can help stimulate the blood circulation and massage the muscles and relieve tension. It is great for massaging your feet especially for those of you that have plantar fasciitis.
Sore back? Tired of trying to reach down and tie your laces. We have lock laces that makes it life easier. They hug your foot and provide comfort and support.
The most expensive shoes: Ruby Slippers from House of Harry Winston: $3.000.000. This Ruby Slippers is the most expensive and as well as spectacular and splendid slippers in the world. This slippers is the achievement of Ronald Winston, the designer of the House of Harry Winston. The beauty of design coming from 4,600 rubies of 1,350 carats. This shoes has adorned the feet of Judy Garland.To 
Superstition says that to dream of losing a shoe predicts an illness. This may originate from an old rural superstition from the UK that advises to burn a smelly old shoe in the home to avoid infection in the house. Dusty shoes indicate an unexpected journey and shinny shoes mean happiness in love.In the Western world, tossing old boots in the wake of departing ships was thought to insure a sailor’s safe return home. This tradition is carried out in modern times by tying shoes to the car bumpers after a wedding. This action is said to:1, assure a happy home life; 2, keep a husband from wandering; 3, and all the roads a family takes will always lead back to the home.Read more wedding traditions on 
How many of you take time to choose the right footwear to walk, run, work in but come summer put on a flip flop that is flat, thin and consists of very little material? Can’t wait to get those feet out of your good healthy shoes and feel the summer heat!
YOU FEEL HAPPIER! 
Colorful flowers bloom in the spring, signaling to the bees that they are ready for pollination. And science has proven that looking at buttercups can make you happy. Not sure dandelions do the same! A study found that people in yellow rooms at cocktail parties were more lively and talkative. Spring’s yellow flowers could also lift your mood.