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Diabetes Foot Health | The Most Important Concern in Fitting Shoes!

What is Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes occurs when the pancreas is no longer producing insulin which is required for the metabolism of sugars. Blood levels must be checked and insulin must be inject regularly for these individuals. An imbalance in glucose levels in the blood effects the circulation in the extremities and can cause ulceration, gout, or gangrene. Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes occurs when there is an imbalance in the body's production of insulin and glucose levels get too high or too low. This often occurs in senior's or overweight individuals. It is primarily treated...

Finding Footwear That Supports You

A Little about us: Sole to soul footwear, with several stores across Calgary offers a wide selection of styles specially designed for quality, comfort and support. Thanks to our knowledgeable staff we can off exemplary customer service, that allows us to standout from all other shoes stores. The company was started in 1999 when our founder, Abdul Chybli, saw an opportunity to service diabetic patients in local hospitals. Quickly the first location would be opened in Calgary's oldest mall North Hill Centre allowing Sole to Soul to reach more patients. Today, Sole to Soul carries an inventory, selected from more...

New Balance Heel Drop and What it Means for You

"The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art." -Leonardo da Vinci Heel drop or heel-to-toe drop is calculated by taking difference between the heel height and forefoot height. The heel drop of New Balance footwear will traditionally fall between 0mm to 12mm depending on the model. This article will help you better understand heel drop and discover your own personal preference. Understanding Heel Drop You can think of heel drop as the difference in cushioning between the heel and the toe. A traditional running shoe will usually sport a heel drop of approximately 10mm....

What are Birkenstocks made of?

By Sole to Soul Footwear Calgary The original BIRKENSTOCK footbed is made of high-quality natural materials from renewable sources that are joined together in an elaborate production process: natural cork, natural latex, jute and high-quality suede, which is used as the top layer. - Birkenstock The Footbed Birkenstock's describes its famous footbed as the "Heart of all our models". This anatomically shaped inner sole provides unmatched comfort, support, and stability. Each curve, ridge, and angle on the Birkenstock footbed is placed with purpose and intent. The Materials Birkenstock has remained a footwear staple for generation in part thanks to...