August 2014: Hammertoes, Helpful Products, #AskCorrectToes
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Learn more about hammertoes in this informative article.
Hammertoes Explained

This month's featured video is called Hammertoes: Conventional vs. Conservative Treatment.

In this video, Correct Toes inventor Dr. Ray McClanahan performs a deep dive on hammertoes, exploring their underlying cause and how they can be helped through natural means. Dr. Ray discusses how the toe flexor and extensor tendons become imbalanced—almost from birth—through the injurious design features incorporated into conventional footwear (including heel elevation and toe spring).

Dr. Ray also explains that not all hope should be lost once a hammertoe forms. There are several natural techniques that can be used to restore proper toe position in those individuals whose hammertoes are still flexible. Learn about conventional and conservative, natural approaches to hammertoes by clicking the image above or button below.
 
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#AskCorrectToes
#AskCorrectToes

This month's featured #AskCorrectToes question comes from @RyanHisner, who asks the following:

Can applying heat to the plantar fascia (in conjunction with proper footwear and Correct Toes) facilitate healing?

Ryan's follow-up question is:

Since plantar fasciosis is due to insufficient bloodflow, does this mean that you should avoid icing your feet?

Great questions, Ryan! Click the hashtag bubble above or the green button below to hear how Dr. Ray McClanahan answers these questions.
 
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Purchase Correct Toes and other helpful natural foot care products from the Correct Toes/Northwest Foot & Ankle website. Visit this page for more information about Correct Toes and how it can help you.
This month, we're offering FREE SHIPPING for USA customers on all Correct Toes orders placed through the Correct Toes website.* Simply use the following code at checkout to get free shipping for your Correct Toes:

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*Above offer applies to domestic retail orders only.
If you are a healthcare practitioner, coach, or retailer interested in creating a Correct Toes account, please contact us by phone (503-243-2699, ext. 105) or e-mail, or click here.
 
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Healthy Running Event

The Healthy Running Event (held here in Portland, OR on July 26 and 27) was a huge success! Attendees benefitted from the wisdom of presenters such as Jay Dicharry (author of Anatomy for Runners) and Dr. Mark Cucuzzella (Executive Director of the Natural Running Center). Below are some pictures from the Healthy Running Event.
Jay Dicharry, Mark Cucuzzella, Ray McClanahan
Image #1: Jay Dicharry, Dr. Mark Cucuzzella, and Dr. Ray McClanahan
Image #2: Adam Kelly presents his study on Correct Toes
 

Correct Toes August Newsletter

Welcome to the Correct Toes August 2014 Newsletter! This month our newsletter contains a helpful video on how to perform the hammertoe stretch, info about various foot-healthy products, and this month's #AskCorrectToes Q&A.

This newsletter also contains an informative video about the underlying causes of hammertoes and pictures from the recent Healthy Running Event. Finally, we share with you this month's coupon codes for free shipping on all U.S. domestic retail orders of Correct Toes and metatarsal pads placed through the Northwest Foot and Ankle website.

Best wishes to you for optimal natural foot health this August!

—The Correct Toes Team
Hammertoe Stretch Video

Hammertoe Stretch

Dr. Ray McClanahan discusses the hammertoe stretch in this excellent new video post. The hammertoe stretch is a two-part stretch that combines the toe extensor stretch with the toe flexor stretch to help address the multiple tendon imbalances that occur with hammertoes. This simple toe exercise can be performed numerous times per day to assist in hammertoe rehabilitation.
 
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Metatarsal Pads: Small But Mighty

Metatarsal PadsMetatarsal pads are used to help spread the transverse arch (the arch behind the ball of your foot, that runs across the width of your foot), promote the return of overextended toes to their normal anatomical position, and encourage the return of the forefoot fat pad to its rightful position supporting the metatarsal heads. The metatarsals are the long, thin bones in the mid-foot. The heads of the metatarsals are at the ball of your foot, and they connect to the base of the toes. Metatarsal pads help properly realign your metatarsal heads and the fat pad that's underneath them. This, in turn, can help straighten and realign your toes, especially when they are used in combination with Correct Toes.
Get free shipping on your metatarsal pads order by applying the following code at checkout:*

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*This offer applies to domestic retail orders only.
 
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Xero Shoes Amuri Cloud Sandals

Xero Shoes Amuri Cloud SandalsAmuri Cloud sandals are an excellent new product from our good friends at Xero Shoes. Amuri Cloud sandals are ready-to-wear sandals that can be used for a variety of outdoor activities, from short hikes to ultramarathons. These 6 mm-thick sandals possess a number of unique design elements, including a built-in heel cup, a customizable strapping system, and flexible anti-abrasion toe post (to name a few features among many). The Barefoam material incorporated into the sole of the sandals ensures both comfort and excellent ground feel.

A lot of people enjoy wearing their Correct Toes with their Amuri Cloud sandals during the summer, as these two products work very well in combination. This video demonstrates how to do this. To pick up a pair of these new huaraches-inspired sandals, please click the green button below.
 
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New Running Shirts!

New Running ShirtsGuess what? We've created some great new running tops! These new singlets and tank tops have been getting rave reviews from patients and customers alike. They are comfortable, attractive, and have a great message at their core: spread your toes! Click the image at the right or the green button below to get yours.
 
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Now Offering Correct Toes ...

Northwest Foot & Ankle wishes to thank all the practitioners, coaches, and stores who are carrying Correct Toes. The following businesses began offering Correct Toes in the month of July 2014:
Live Well Clinic (La Quinta, CA)
Arlington Pediatric Therapy (Arlington Heights, IL)
ProActive Sport and Spine (Northbrook, IL)
Through the Woods Natural Health (Brevard, NC)
Full Circle Wellness Center (Albuquerque, NM)
Abbey Road Clinic (Carlton, OR)

eRunCoach
The Perth Foot and Ankle Clinic (Perth, Australia)
For a complete list of Correct Toes providers around the US and world, please click the buttons below:
 
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