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Back to School Orthotics
Supporting healthy development The start of a new school year often also means new school shoes but you may not have considered getting them fitted with custom or our new semi-custom orthotics. School days often involve long hours of standing and walking, especially if the child is walking to and from school every day and […]
The Hidden Edge: Custom Orthotics for Golfers
The Foot Factor team gained their expert knowledge of biomechanics for golf by training with Biomecaswing at Terre Blanche, whose founder Jean-Jacques Rivet is the French Golf Team Biomechanist. Golf, often hailed as a sport of precision and finesse, places unique demands on the human body. A golfer’s swing, stance, and balance are vital for […]
Orthotics for a hiking honeymoon!
Pete came to Foot Factor having had issues with his feet and knees for many months, aches and twinges especially on longer hikes and when walking downhill. He was worried about how this might impact the enjoyment of his hiking honeymoon. His consultant recommended orthotics to support his feet and thereby reduce the tensions and […]
Shoes and orthotics for walking to work
Finding Comfort in Every Step Semi-custom orthotics are our new lower-cost solution for everyday comfort and support. High-quality, heat-moulded insoles create a personalised fit which will make a world of difference to your morning commute and throughout the day. The service still includes our trademark diagnosis and evaluation, meaning that you’ll a great result at […]
Five Great Hiking Trails Within Easy Reach of London
While there are plenty of great walks in London, sometimes you might feel the need to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers don’t need to travel too far, just beyond Zone 6 there are plenty of enticing walking trails to explore. In this article, we will ‘walk’ you […]
Take your cycling to the next level with bespoke orthotics
Photo: Markus Spiske, unsplash.com Norbert and Foot factor have made orthotics for Tour de France riders since 1991. We are watching the 110th edition of the Tour de France with interest and cheering on the pro riders wearing Foot factor insoles. The challenging course for the 2023 Tour is providing an exciting and surprising race […]
Norbert is raising funds for Ataxia UK
Norbert took part in Parallel Windsor last weekend, raising funds for Ataxia UK Many of our customers will know our Founder and mentor Norbert. Norbert has Ataxia which is a degenerative disease of the nervous system and is no longer able to work in the clinic but continues to guide and advise the Team. Norbert […]
Can bespoke orthotics help my tennis?
We British are a nation of tennis lovers, it offers us a welcome distraction from global woes and most importantly something to get excited about and cheer for. The anticipation is building for arguably the biggest tournament in tennis, Wimbledon 2023 is scheduled to get underway on 3rd July. If you are a tennis player […]
Best running shoes for overpronation: 2023
Foot Factor is proud to support the London Lions again this season. London Lions are a British professional basketball team based in East London and compete in the British Basketball League, the top tier of British basketball…
Foot Factor are proud to support the London Lions basketball team
Foot Factor is proud to support the London Lions again this season. London Lions are a British professional basketball team based in East London and compete in the British Basketball League, the top tier of British basketball…
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