Sunday, September 17, 2017

The Barefoot Running Controversy: Implications For Podiatric Practice

Douglas H. Richie Jr. D.P.M. FACFAS
Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor
Department of Applied Biomechanics, California School of Podiatric Medicine.

Acknowledgment
Dr. Richie acknowledges the contributions of original slides
from Christopher MacLean Ph.D and Mr.Simon Bartold which

appear on this handout.

THE BAREFOOT CRAZE TAKES OFF

Everybody's doing it !


The Barefoot Running Movement: Who Cares?
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Barefoot Running:
Implications for Podiatric Practice.

Do you make footwear recommendations to your patients? 

Vibram Five-Fingers
Retail Sales
2009 $10 million
2010 $50 million
Minimalist Shoes will make up 25% of sales for all
performance running shoes in 2011

Source: Outside Magazine, Feb 2011

Barefoot Running:
Implications for Podiatric Practice
How do you explain the function and benefits
of foot orthotic therapy to your patients?

Where is the evidence?

Barefoot Running:
Implications for Podiatric Practice
Will patients challenge the benefits of foot orthotic therapy? 

 

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