Heel-Striking Archives — Melissa Ventimiglia, D.O.

Are You Hurting Yourself With Each Step You Take? (Part 2)

As I discussed in Part 1 of this series, heel striking during gait is “unnatural” and prevents the body from using its natural shock absorbing mechanisms. Each jarring step can put you one step closer to shin splints. Have you ever had

Are You Hurting Yourself With Each Step You Take? (Part 1)

Let’s face it, you walk and run wrong (if you run). I do not say this to be critical of you. It’s not your fault, most people never give any thought to their form as they walk or run on a