ROANOKE, Virginia—Foot Levelers. the world's leading provider of individually designed Stabilizing Orthotics, has long been a supporter of clinical research aimed at discovering the biomechanical and functional impact Stabilizing Orthotics have on the kinetic chain. Since originally funding the Green-awalt Research Cliairat Northwestern Chiropractic College in 1988. Foot Levelers lias supported 37 clinical studies to help the healthcare community better understand the benefits of functional foot orthotics and is currently backing two studies with the same goal. In 2012. Foot Lcvclcrs partnered with New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) to conduct a long-term study with the New York Veteran Affairs system to research the Effects of Custom Shoe Orthotics vs. Sham Orthotics in Patients with Low Back Pain in 220 patients. In addition to the NYCC study. Foot Levelers is also supporting a study at National University of Health Sciences entitled Shoe Orthotics for the Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Control Trial. Commissioned in October of 2013. this study is following 225 participants to measure low back pain levels in an allotted time frame in orthotic vs. non-orthotic users. Continues on page 10 Included in the 37 research studies showing the effectiveness of Stabilizing Orthotics are: Radiographic Evaluation of Weight Bearing Orthotics and Their Effects on Flexible Pcs Planus (Kuha Shiblcy. Austin, and Yochuni): Orthotics. a Correlation to Spinal Biomcclianics (Kuha Trcmba. and Nosco): and Leg Length Inequality Case Study - Three Dimensional Movement Analysis of the Effects of Foot Orthotics and Heel Lift (Woodward and Ball). Along with the others, all of the mentioned studies have had a tremendous impact on the chiropractic community and how it integrates Stabilizing Orthotics as functional orthotics for patient care. With 37 clinical studies as support, evidence shows Foot Lcv-elers Stabilizing Orthotics functionally address conditions of the foot, ankle and legs, thereby providing a positive impact on the kinetic chain, including the lower spine. These studies indicate Stabilizing Orthotics as an effective treatment and prevention device when foot problems arc identified by a healthcare-provider. "We are committed to support the chiropractic profession as a leader in research, advancing the body of know ledge to improve overall patient health." notes Dr. Mark Zeigler. Foot Lcvclcrs Vice President of Education. Foot Levelers. Inc.. the world's exclusive provider of individually designed Stabilizing Orthotics and other therapeutic products, has been serving healthcare professionals for over 60 years. Foot Levelers supports every step patients take to enjoy fuller and happier lives at work. home, or plav. J Isit Footljivelers.com. like us on Facebook. and follow us on Twitter (aFoolLevelers) to learn more about Foot Levelers. Inc.
