It's no secret that going barefoot on sand has its appeal, but did you know it also has many health benefits? Here are a few reasons why walking and running unclod on sand is a great idea.

We all know that balance is important. We’re talking physical balance here, i.e. the ability to achieve such feats as walking without falling over, carrying a plate of food to the table without dropping it, or riding your bike hands-free while playing the ukulele... you know, all the critical motions that get us through the day. In fact, balance seems...

Our Solstice sandal brings health and style back to summer footwear Softstar followers know that we care deeply about sustainability. Over the course of our 30 years in business, the company has committed itself to promoting the health and well-being of the planet and all its inhabitants. However, there is one species Softstar hopes to drive to extinction: the flip-flop...

Did you know April is National Foot Health Awareness Month? What better way for us to celebrate than by helping you make your feet happy? With the weather warming and springtime blooming, more people are going outside and getting active. It’s a great time to be mindful of your feet, which are literally the foundation of your whole body. Biomechanist...

Although surgery is often prescribed for bunions, one podiatrist is proving it may not be necessary. Learn how a few simple changes might make bunion pain go away forever!

Did your kids develop plantar warts? Follow these easy steps to get rid of them once and for all!

Do you suffer from foot or ankle pain? Do you wish you could treat your foot ailments naturally, without surgery or expensive drugs? If so, then the folks at Northwest Foot and Ankle may have a solution for you. Located just north of the Soft Star workshop in nearby Portland, Oregon, Northwest Foot and Ankle is spearheaded by sports podiatrist...