Patient Testimonials
Todd Keane from Wilmington sent us this remarkable e-mail:
I
am writing this testimonial to the benefits of Posture Control Inserts. I was
someone who suffered from a variety of musculoskeletal maladies: back pain, knee
pain, and then debilitating foot pain. I had lateral meniscus surgery done on
my right knee, which was the result of over-supinating, which I figured out
later was because I was compensating for over-pronating. When I walked, my feet
were shoulder width wide and my gait was labored. I would always tell my wife I
didn't like to walk because of the discomfort. I was able to live this way for
years, even though I own and operate a full-time Karate Academy and was on my
feet a lot. As the years went by my feet hurt more and more, particularly my
2nd toe of my right foot.
I went to my PCP
who referred me to a podiatrist. He prescribed orthotics, which didn't help.
I also saw the following professionals - two chiropractors, 3 Orthopedic foot
surgeons, a general Orthopedic Surgeon, 2 Acupuncturists, a Message therapist,
multiple Physical Therapists, a Physiatrist, a Mind/Body Pain MD, a Pain
clinician, 3 Orthotists etc. After thousands of dollars, hundreds of hours of
appointments, and a lot of pain and frustration, my feet got to the point that I
actually needed surgery. I had three surgeries, one to cut a ligament in
between my 3rd and 4th toe due to excessive forefoot pressure, one to excise a
painful nerve that was caused by my improper bio-mechanics, and one to shorten
the abused 2nd metatarsal on my right foot.
I wish I had
found out about Posture Control Inserts years ago. I could have avoided all the
pain and misery, never mind the expense. After having surgery on my feet, I was
still in pain and I found the Mortonsfoot.com web site and started to read the
information and for the first time all the pieces to the puzzle came together.
It finally became clear to me that I was walking on a Bi-pod instead of a
Tri-pod for all those years. When I wear the Posture Control Inserts, my gait
is more natural, and I don't waddle anymore.
It amazes me
that so many healthcare professionals are not aware of this great product. I
highly recommend it and encourage anyone with Back, Neck, Knee, or Foot pain to
give them a try.
Sincerely,
Todd J Keane, MBA
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Mark Peterson from Hawley writes in an e-mail:
Despite having worn
orthotics for years, I developed continued worsening of my symptoms of lower
back/hip, shoulder and neck pain. My neck and shoulder pain had gotten to the
point that it was often difficult to get a good night's rest. Even when I
finally fell asleep, I would wake up because of the aching in my neck and
shoulders.
Recently, my massage therapist mentioned that I might benefit from the Posture
Control Insoles (PCIs), inasmuch as the orthotics were obviously not correcting
my postural alignment or Morton's foot problems. Now, after wearing the PCIs for
only two weeks, my lower back pain is almost completely gone and my shoulder
pain has dissipated considerably!
Thank you for making this wonderful product. It has truly changed my life.
Sincerely,
Mark Peterson
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Len
LeSuer from Lockport sent us this note:
I've only had my PCIs for a short time, but I feel my body is aligned better.
My feet feel better, my posture is straighter and I'm able to stay on my feet
longer. Don't waste your money on expensive orthotics which don't work.
Let the professional and caring people at Posture Dynamics help you on your road
to recovery. You'll feel immediate results.
Thanks so much,
Len LeSuer
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Karen Saldana from Seattle writes:
I
am a forty year old female. I have been a physically active as long as I
can remember. I run 10-17 miles four times a week, walk 6-8 miles, love to
hike. Over the years my arches fell, my back began hurting. I was
fitted for orthotics, which cost me over 500 (2x). I had to change my
shoes so I could fit the orthotics. I continued on hoping this would solve
my pain, unfortunately the pain continued and became far worse. One day I
was basically unable to barely walk. I made an appointment with Carl
Jelstrup and he discovered my orthotics were throwing me off. Carl
recommended "Posture Control Insoles". At first I questioned the insoles
being so thin but since they are so affordable and not thick I decided to give
them a try. Well, it's been 2 years and I have been "pain" free, I am able
to run, walk long miles without any pain or discomfort, I am able to slip my
insoles into a dress shoe without any major adjustments. Posture Control
Insoles give me peace of mind and a pain free body!! Thanks so much!
Gratefully Karen Saldana
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Quynh Nguyen from Canada sent us this e-mail:
Dear Bjorn:
I want to thank you for your prompt responses whenever I had questions about the
PCIs and what benefits they would bring me. I first learned about PCIs from
doing some research on the internet on bunions and Morton's neuroma, which my
doctor had diagnosed about 2 months ago. I've gone through several treatments
and did not feel any difference, only that the pain under the ball of my foot,
caused by the neuroma and the start of a bunion, was worse. So I decided to try
the PCIs, since I had nothing to lose and did not want to spend $500 on
orthotics that would probably not help my forefoot. After two weeks of wearing
3.5mm PCIs, the pain has drastically diminished, especially when I walk with the
PCIs. I still feel a little pain in the morning when I put my bare feet on the
floor, due to my bunion, but it eventually goes away. So it is healing in
progress, and I am very happy with my decision to try a product from the
internet, which I had never done before...EVER. I have talked about the great
benefits the PCIs have brought me to my colleagues and friends, and they now
want to try them. Some of them have been wearing orthotics for years and find
them painful most of the time. The PCIs are very comfortable. I do not limp
anymore. I can even wear them in high heel shoes (not more than 1.5" high), and
very comfortably. But I believe that these PCIs cannot be worn in any types of
shoes (like 4 " high pointy heels), but rather nice fashionable comfortable
shoes. Thank you so much for creating this great product! Just a last
anecdote; a friend of mine asked me several months ago "There's gotta be some
type of insole out there that helps the foot and posture, instead of those rigid
and restraining orthotics!". She has her answer!
Thank you again.
Quynh
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Rick Harbison from
Snohomish writes in an e-mail:
I started using the Posture Control Insoles when they were introduced to me by Andrew
Slater (my former chiropractor) before he moved. We started out with the 6.0mm,
but that was too much so we switched to the 3.5mm. Once I began wearing them my
shin splints settled down, I felt better jogging and now I have them in all of
my shoes. I have bought six pair of them to date. I have a pair in my workout
shoes, work shoes, yard work boots, cowboy boots, etc. That was over a year ago
and I swear by them and recommend them to my friends.
Before using these I have the custom built orthotics fabricated by my foot
doctor. They never were very comfortable and they didn’t help my shin splits.
The Posture Control Insoles have been great and keep my feet, back and legs from
getting tired as quick during physical activity and have greatly decreased my
overall soreness after workouts.
Thanks for creating this great product.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Thanks, Rick
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Constance Shields from
Sonora writes:
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Rafael Dominguez writes in an e-mail:
Bjorn: Thanks for the information. I
spoke with you (for almost an hour) over 2 weeks ago and did order the 3.5mm
insoles. When I first got the insoles they looked very plain and ordinary, in
fact, I thought I had gotten ripped off. However, as soon as I tried them on –
what a difference in my posture and ability to stand comfortably!! I have worn
them for about 2 weeks now and just placed an order for the 6mm insoles. I’ll
be using the 3.5mm for my soccer cleats and the 6mm for everyday use – I’ll let
you know how it goes.
Regards,
Rafael
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Kathleen Shea-Starks from Ann Arbor writes in an e-mail:
I am writing in response to a letter I received about giving you a
testimonial and perhaps getting a free pair of insoles. So here goes.
In the past year I switched from using orthotics to using Posture Control
Insoles. I especially like them because they are so light and easy to
change from shoe to shoe if I need to. And they are much less expensive
so I can get them for more than one pair of shoe. At first I didn't think
they would do the "job" as they were so light weight and not contoured to
my foot as orthotics were. But they work so much better. I have more
confidence to exercise and just do the normal every day living things I
do. Walking doesn't bother my hips or legs as it used to. Thanks for
bringing a more effective product to the market!
Kathleen
We love Kathleen's humor and "Proof that Posture Control Insoles fit all kinds
of feet"
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Phillip Buller from Sebastopol writes in an e-mail:
Dear Melady,
It is a pleasure to give a testimonial about the PCI's. I wear a 9mm PCI.
Posture Control Insoles have made a difference for me. For years I have
suffered from pain due to osteo-arthritis in both great toe joints. After
wearing PCI's my pain has been significantly reduced, and my posture has
improved as well. I can really tell the difference if I wear shoes without
the PCI's. Thanks for making a good product that works.
Sincerely,
Philip
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Pat Williams writes in an
e-mail after receiving her rebate check:
Hi, thanks for your letter and the enclosed
check. Yes, I have actually purchased 3 pair of PCI - size 6.0 mm. I wear
them as is in my work tennies, in my "better" tennis shoes, and also have a
pair which I have cut down to fit smaller flat shoes. If I had another pair,
I would adjust them to fit my heels.
My original reason for the purchase was that I
was developing a hammer toe. After wearing the PCI for several months
straight, I've noticed that this is not a concern anymore.
Also, when I don't wear them for a day or two
now, I notice my feet are very tired and uncomfortable feeling. So --- I am a
believer.>Thanks for your innovative creation. Keep up the
good work.
Pat Williams
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Steve Benson from Thousand Oaks writes:
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Barbara Brownlie from Wolverine Lake writes:
Thank God for Posture
Control insoles. I ordered mine about six weeks ago and have, for the first
time in 13 years, a pain free walk. My right foot could be a model for the foot
you show on the website. I discovered your site when I read about Morton's Foot
in the book, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofacial Pain Syndrome, and decided to
check it out on the net. "Too many to count" doctors have never been able to
explain why I had such pain and inflammation on the inside of my right knee and
the outside of my right hip, along with muscles aches and pains and TMJ. Even
though I told them I thought the problem was with my foot, no doctor,
podiatrists included, recognized Morton's Foot or acknowledged that my problems
began with the foot. Boggles my mind!!! I have even been in physical therapy
nine times in the last 10 years.
So.........Thank God for my new insoles
but.....I continue to have a problem with the right foot even though my pain is
lessened considerably and, most miraculous of all, my extensively treated TMJ
is gone. (I can't wait to go to my dentist next week to tell him I no longer
have TMJ. My question: Do you know of a Doctor in the Metro Detroit
area who is knowledgeable on the subject of Morton's Foot?
It would be much
appreciated if you could refer me to someone to help me figure out what more can
be done to correct this long standing problem.
Thank you for your website!!!!!!!!!!!! It has given me more information than any
of the Doctors I have seen.
Barbara Brownlie
After responding to Barbara's request, she writes:
Dear Bjorn,
Thank you and Tom for responding so quickly to my question concerning my
continuing problem. Even though I still have some residual discomfort, I must
say that my overall improvement has been quite miraculous. My greatest pain was
from my hip not staying in alignment and no matter how many times a Dr or
physical therapist would put it back in place, it would quickly go out again.
That problem has been solved by wearing the Posture control Insoles. I cannot
thank you enough. To walk without pain is so wonderful. I don't know if this
is a result of being more pain free, but my overall feeling of well being has
also greatly improved. It is as though my whole body feels the difference.
Yes, you may use whatever you feel would convince others to purchase the Posture
control Insoles. I am going to work here in Michigan to convince as many
professionals as possible to research Morton's Foot and Posture control Insoles
so their patients can benefit as I have. (I do think many members of my family
will be purchasing them also.)
I have wondered since the first day I received the insoles if maybe I didn't
need the 9mm in my right shoe. I still have some pronation in that foot. Dr.
Lori felt that I needed to give my body time to heal and that the myofacia was
probably quite messed up.
But once again........thank you so much for your help and quick response. I am
forever grateful for having discovered your web site......it has changed my
life.
Barbara Brownlie
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In an e-mail, Chris writes:
I’m writing to thank you for your great product, the Posture Control Insole™ .
I have found that it controls my hyperpronation and enables a good posture by supporting my big toe.
The insole allows for a proper foot strike, and I don't need an arch support.
What a wonderful feeling it is to have my feet support themselves without being needlessly confined in an orthotic. An orthotic separates me from the ground. My leg muscles are allowed to stretch out and my gait is correct, as my feet are aligned properly. I can now read the surface that I am walking on.
I have spent a lot of money over the years on orthotics to control hyperpronation.
Orthotics are expensive, and they simply don’t work nearly as well as The Posture Control Insole. I would recommend the Posture Control Insole to anyone who hyperpronates.
Chris C, Brighton, MA
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Barbara Mahoney from Yakima writes:
Thank
you for the Posture Control Insoles. Such a simple design solution for
chronic problems. We'd changed beds several times to correct my husbands
pain in the upper buttock area - no change. Several appointments with a
physical therapist and exercise well done and no change. After a week or
so in your insoles the pain was gone and if he wears them stays away. He
did have a low back attack and was afraid he'd exchanged one problem for another
but it seems to be better. I find while wearing the insoles I can stand
for a much longer time without pain. Thank you for the help.
Sincerely, Barbara Mahoney
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Dr. Renee Dickinson DPM Cherry Hill writes in an e-mail:
Thanks for your help. By the way my posturedyne insoles have helped my feet more than
the traditional orthotics that I had made. My chiropractor, Dr. David Cheetham
from Haddon Heights New Jersey, instructed me to wear them and it's been amazing
the difference in my feet. Thanks!
Renee Dickinson, D.P.M.
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Rebecca Juarez from Vancouver writes:
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Louise Trickel from Manitowoc writes:
Dear Bjorn Svae,
Previous to using Posture Control Insoles™,
I have had recurring low back pain. After using Posture Control Insoles™
for a month, I have no pain.
I find Posture Control Insoles™ easy
to switch from shoe to shoe and am not even aware they are there.
Thank you for developing this helpful product.
Sincerely, Louise Trickel
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Benjamin Ohmart from Bend writes:
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Jim Fulmer from Guernevill writes:
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Sandra from Yakima writes:
Dear Sirs:
For years I had real problems with my feet and back hurting. I would get sores
and corns that hurt so bad I hated to put my shoes on. No matter what type of
shoes I bought—nothing worked. I had to wear medicated pads between my toes. One
day as I limped into my doctors office he asked me why I was limping so he
looked at my feet and told me about the posture control insoles. He fitted my
shoes with the insoles and I was immediately walking better. The pain is no
longer, and the sores and the corns have gone. I wear them in all my shoes now
and don’t know how I got along without them. I love my posture control insoles
and have recommended them to my family and friends. I recommend them to all.
Thank you,
Sandra Shaw
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James Groninger from
Richmond writes:
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Gail Fisher from St. Petersburg writes:
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Patrick Campbell from Altamonte Springs writes in an e-mail:
Greetings Bjorn Svae,
I am writing to you as you have requested for feedback on how your Posture Control Insoles have helped me
with feet and back problems on a daily basis.
I want to say that in 14 years The Marine Corps, The
Veterans Administration nor the private podiatrists I
have seen, have been able to provide me with relief of
the constant pain in my feet and back.
Not all my conditions have been cured, but your
inserts have enabled me to continue an active
lifestyle and to pursue the social activities with out
the debilitating pain I had suffered.
Thanks for a great product!
Sincerely,
Patrick Campbell
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Elizabeth Berg from Redmond left this note in our website feedback section:
I was fitted for my insoles at Family Health Center in Bellevue by Bjorn Svae during a training
of new staff and he gave me his card with the website. I was looking for
more information on your website to describe the insoles to my friends and
family. I have worn the insoles for one week+ and my knee pain is gone. After a couple
of days my knee still hurt when I wasn't wearing my insoles and would resolve when
I put my insoles back in. I need more so I don't have to keep changing them to different
shoes or slippers (They fit perfectly in my Halflinger slippers).
Elizabeth Berg
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Judith from New York writes:
To Whom it may concern:
I have been wearing Posture Control Insoles™ for almost one year.
Previously, I was falling once a week, and when I told Deborah Moran, she said I
needed the insoles and what a difference! I stand up straighter and my
feet are more firmly planted on the ground. My shoes still fit even with
the insoles inside them. I highly recommend them. I wear 3.5 mm.
Thank you
Judith Vogel
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Dorothy Duncan from Santa Rosa writes in an e-mail:
December 15, 2004
Dear Melady,
I am happy to tell you how much I am enjoying my PCIs. I am wearing 9mm
PCIs.
In July of 2004 I went to see my doctor with severe back pain and spasms. I
also have a bunion at the side of my right large toe. He recommended that I see
a Hanna Somatics Practitioner. I took his advice. She examined my posture and
my walking and saw that I was turning my right foot to the side to compensate
for the bunion which affected my posture. She gave me a set of exercises and
recommended that I use Posture Control Insoles. I started wearing the PCIs and
the exercises the next day and in two days there was no more pain. Initially I
wore the least amount of correction. I had no trouble adjusting to them; in
fact it felt good right from the start. After a month I moved to the next level
and a month later to the next. Now I am wearing 9mm. My foot has very
naturally straightened forward and I walk very comfortably now. The PCIs are so
flexible I hardly know they are in my shoe. I am very thankful that this
product is available. And that my doctor knew about it.
Sincerely,
Dorothy Duncan
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We received this suggestion:
You may want to consider
targeting the cycling community. As you know, most of the power transmission
comes from the ball of the foot in cycling, so the correction your insoles offer
is especially applicable. Specialized Inc. offers a varus correction in all of
their cycling shoes where the tilt is molded into the outer sole. There is also a
company that offers a popular cleat shim wedge that offers a less than optimal
correction that tilts the entire foot. Most cycling shoes have removable
innersoles which makes it very easy to install you soles.
Mark Adler
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John Cullen from New York writes in an e-mail
I suffered for a long time with back and neck problems. The woman I use for
massage and trigger point therapy noticed my big toes were a little short and
was affecting the way I walked. After she convinced me to purchase my
first pair I noticed a difference right away. I felt my body adjusting
itself between my office visits. I was eager to purchase an additional
pair so that I wasn't changing them from shoe to shoe. I recommended them
to my sister. I was having a hard time keeping my pelvis stable but with
your product the adjustments are lasting.
John C Cullen
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Silvyne Henderson returned a note on our letter of invitation:
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I
first learned of our insoles from my somatics instructor, Phil Shank.
Previous to wearing them I had been in almost constant foot pain day & nite,
particularly since I have a longer second toe on each foot (near the big toe). &
Phil pointed out how his insoles have helped that foot pain, as well as sciatic
pain. I have only worn them one month right now & recently broke my "baby"
toe, so not all my aches and pains have disappeared yet, but I am hopeful! |
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Lisa Meyer from Elk Grove writes:
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Attn:
Bjorn Svae |
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John Meyers (good friend of Lisa in Elk Grove) also writes:
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Dear Mr. Svae, |
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