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Sports Podiatry

Running injuries, tendinopathy, and ankle instability.

Clinical ReviewBiomechanics

AI Gait Analysis in the Podiatry Clinic: Useful Signal or Pretty Video?

Markerless motion capture on a phone is now cheap. Interpreting it well is not.

Moheb Mikhael · Aug 20, 2026

Patient Education

Achilles Tendon Pain: Why Loading Beats Resting

Progressive calf strengthening is the backbone of recovery for most runners with Achilles tendinopathy.

Podiatrify Clinical Editorial Team · Aug 18, 2026

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Products for sports podiatry

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Ankle braces

OTC

Lace-Up Ankle Stabilizer

Illustrative archetype, not a specific brand

Best For
Recurrent lateral ankle sprain
Standout
Adjustable figure-8 straps
Technology
Figure-8 strapping over lace-up body
Clinical Role
Secondary sprain prevention
Moderate Evidence
FDA Class I / ExemptUnverified
View AnalysisOfficial source: pending

AFOs

Prescription

Articulated Ankle-Foot Orthosis

Illustrative archetype, not a specific brand

Best For
Adult-acquired flatfoot (PTTD)
Standout
Hindfoot and midfoot control
Technology
Custom thermoplastic with ankle joints
Clinical Role
Deformity control, surgery alternative
Limited Evidence
FDA Class I / ExemptUnverified
View AnalysisOfficial source: pending

Charcot restraint orthotic walkers

Prescription

Charcot Restraint Orthotic Walker

Illustrative archetype, not a specific brand

Best For
Charcot neuroarthropathy after casting
Standout
Total-contact custom shell with rocker
Technology
Custom bivalved total-contact walker
Clinical Role
Protection during consolidation
Expert Opinion
FDA Class I / ExemptUnverified
View AnalysisOfficial source: pending