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Stand Up Straight with Theta
Orthotics change the way gravity effects the body as we walk and stand.
Most scientists will tell you that as we age, gravity is the most destructive force on the human body, and I definitely agree. Physics teaches us that Force equals Mass times Acceleration, F = MA. The acceleration of gravity multiplied by our body weight equals the force that pulls posture towards the ground. Gravity obviously remains constant, but as we age and get more body mass, the actual force that is applied to our skeletal structure increases. By the time most of us reach the age of 14, the force that must be supported by our lower extremities ( hip, knee, ankle, foot) is too great, and posture begins to breakdown. Gravity pronates the foot, internally rotates our lower extremities, tilts our pelvis forward, and increases spinal curvature. These destructive forces on posture that increase as we get older are explained by this basic law of physics. Up to now science has not defined all of the math involved, but it is clear that these destructive forces occur every time we stand on our feet. Theta-Orthotics will make you stand up straight.
This drawing is of my son Aaron by Aaron. He is a “fine artist” working in the Portland area. He is responsible for most of the artwork on this site and recently completed his work as scenic painter for the film production of “Caroline”. To view his internet gallery or consult regarding commissioned work go to arjart.com
Aaron has worn Theta Orthotics from the time he was 12 years old. His early presentation of foot and knee pain with advanced digital pathology prompted me to start him in Traditional hard plastic (20 degree) orthotics, before I even became involved with orthotics much less Theta research. He was part of the original research group that was used to define and describe Theta in mathematical terms. Later part of the group used to define the optimal Theta correction, and for the last 5 years he has taken part in the clinical research with our new Total-Control Theta-Orthtoic.
If you want to help your child “stand up straight”, Aaron is living proof that it can actually be done.
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Can you actually reverse some of the destructive changes in your posture.
