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Love hiking but hate the price your knees pay for it later? Consider adding a hiking trekking pole or even a pair of trekking poles to your gear.
Trekking poles, also known as hiking or walking poles, resemble ski poles when assembled. Like ski poles, they have rubber padded handles, wrist straps and baskets at the bottom of the pole. Unlike ski poles, they are made in several sections so that they can be lengthened or shortened as needed during a difficult hike.
Trekking poles are commonly used by hikers who experience knee pain during or after a hike. When planted on the ground, each pole has the ability to reduce the weight being carried by the legs and back, giving problem knees a break. Some studies show that using trekking poles can reduce the external and internal loads on the knee joint by up to 20%. By reducing the force being put on the knee joint, those with a history of knee pain can build up their strength while doing the least amount of harm to an already problem area. A 1999 study in the Journal of Sports Medicine stated that using poles on a 25 degree downhill grade reduces the amount of force being placed on the knees by as much as 25%.
Trekking Pole may be the best solution. So don't let knee pain keep you from enjoying the joy that comes from exploring. Preparedness and the right tools could be all that is keeping you from the view of a lifetime.
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What causes the needle-like, or tearing pain in the arch of your foot while walking or hiking?
It's not like when your foot is asleep...just a stinging pain as I step up on the ball of my foot. It feels kinda like a needle going into my foot or like a tiny tearing. It happens only from time to time...just wondering what it is?
There are many different factors that can cause arch pain. A structural imbalance or an injury to the foot can often be the direct cause. However, most frequently the cause is a common condition called plantar fasciitis.
The plantar fascia is a broad band of fibrous tissue located along the bottom surface of the foot that runs from the heel to the forefoot. Excessive stretching of the plantar fascia, usually due to over-pronation (flat feet), causes plantar fasciitis.
If this condition is left untreated and strain on the longitudinal arch continues, a bony protrusion may develop, known as a heel spur. It is important to treat the condition promptly before it worsens.
This is a common foot condition that can be easily treated. If you suffer from arch pain avoid high-heeled shoes whenever possible. Try to choose footwear with a reasonable heel, soft leather uppers, shock absorbing soles and removable foot insoles. When the arch pain is pronation related (flat feet), an orthotic designed with a medial heel post and proper arch support is recommended for treating the pain. This type of orthotic will control over-pronation, support the arch and provide the necessary relief.
If the problem persists, consult your foot doctor.
Hope you feel better, good luck ^i^♥♥
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