Blog

We like to write about our job and everything related to it. Check out the blogs below!

The profession of orthopedic technology

February 27, 2023

Orthopedic technicians create aids for people with limited ability to walk, stand or sit. They manufacture insoles, prostheses, orthoses and rehabilitation aids, adapt them individually to the customer and provide information about their use.

Running

November 3, 2022

In this article we discuss the causes of foot pain when jogging, the anatomy of the foot, running shoes and the importance of muscle length and stability. We also interview Tamara Kamm.

Interview Nicolas Ferndriger

September 1, 2022

In this article you can read an interview with Nicolas, a patient of podiatry Laufgsund.

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Multidisciplinary collaboration 

January 11, 2022

This blog explains what multidisciplinary collaboration means and how we do this at Podotherapy Laufgsund.

Shoes Anova

Sprechstunde Doktor Stutz

October, 2022

In Zusammenarbeit mit der Zeitschrift Dr. Stutz haben wir einen Artikel über die Produkte der Marke Anova veröffentlicht! Jetzt auch hier bei uns im Blog zum Nachlesen.

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Everything about stretching 

July 29, 2021

This blog describes in a concise, understandable and yet detailed manner whether and why you should stretch. There are, for example, differences between static and dynamic stretching, whether you should stretch.

Hiking time

May 21, 2021

The weekend of Pentecost is just around the corner; we have the next three days off, what about you? We put on our hiking shoes and will go for a walk! Enjoying fresh air, your face in the sun (hopefully) and the beautiful nature of Switzerland. This not only makes us happier but also healthier. But what if you suddenly encounter pain while walking?

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What is Podiatry?

April 29, 2021

Podiatrists are medical specialists who help people of all ages with many foot-related conditions. About 70%  of people have or will suffer from foot-related problems during their lifetime. The word podiatry is derived from the Greek word ‘podos’ which means foot. Thus, literally translated, podiatry means foot therapy.
  
  

Running

Hip pain when jogging

February 16, 2021

Jogging can put a lot of strain on the hip joint and cause pain. Overloading is often the reason for discomfort during and after jogging. This is primarily caused by too long, intense running units or following insufficient regeneration. A typical consequence of the overload is a bursitis of the so-called trochanteric bursits. Pain located deep on the side of the hip may be an indication of this.
  

Homeoffice

February 2, 2021

Due to the current situation, many people work from home. We love our home, but our bodies are not used to working there. It is very tempting to work at the kitchen table in comfortable clothes, barefoot or with slippers and maybe write your last e-mails from your bed or sofa.