Functional Soles Podiatry

Functional Soles Podiatry Experts in lower limb rehabilitation

REBEL EVERTON PARK X FUNCTIONAL SOLES PODIATRYWe are back for another year of offering footwear, running and lower limb ...
02/02/2026

REBEL EVERTON PARK X FUNCTIONAL SOLES PODIATRY

We are back for another year of offering footwear, running and lower limb injury advice in conjunction with the team at Rebel Everton Park!

Find us in store on the 2nd Saturday of each month. We will be in the footwear section from 9:30am-1pm to assist with footwear choice, and to offer screening and advice around anything lower limb related.

Can't wait to see you there!

20/01/2026

Wobbly steps are normal đź‘Ł

When babies first start walking, their balance and gait will look very different from ours. Early walking patterns are often characterised by a wide stance, short steps, irregular rhythm, and frequent imbalance while their neuromuscular system is still developing. These patterns reflect the fact that our little friends are still learning to coordinate muscles, maintain balance, and control movement across a changing body and nervous system.

What do we expect to see?
đź‘ŁWide foot placement
đź‘ŁShort steps
đź‘ŁFrequent stopping and a few falls here and there

In summary, wide steps, unsteady balance, and frequent falling aren’t signs something is wrong. They’re signs your child’s brain and body are learning a complex motor skill.
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20/01/2026

SHOE REVIEW: Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3

I’ve put quite a number of kms in this shoe, and love the snappy response I get from the shoe. For me, this wasn’t quite the right shoe to take all the way to a marathon, but I feel it is well suited to shorter distance races, up to a half marathon.
With the Deviate Elite 4 about to be released soon, I’m looking forward to seeing the updates!!

19/01/2026

Let little feet grow strong and healthy through the simple joys of play! Encourage kids to run, jump, balance, and spend time barefoot. These playful activities naturally promote foot development, enhancing strength and agility without the need for structured exercises. Embrace the power of play for happy, healthy feet!

Do babies and young children's feet need support from shoes?The majority of babies and kids will have flat feet, and th...
14/01/2026

Do babies and young children's feet need support from shoes?

The majority of babies and kids will have flat feet, and that is totally fine!!

Focus on ensuring there are safe moments for barefoot time. When kids are barefoot, their foot can fully interact with the ground, being exposed to a range of different textures and surfaces.

When shoes are required, choose a shoe that protects the foot. That's all we need from a shoe

Little feet don’t need support, they need freedom 👣Barefoot-style shoes are designed to protect the foot while still all...
12/01/2026

Little feet don’t need support, they need freedom 👣
Barefoot-style shoes are designed to protect the foot while still allowing it to move, feel, and strengthen the way nature intended. This makes them a great option for the vast majority of developing feet!
When choosing shoes for kids, look for:
âś” Thin soles for ground feel
âś” Flat (zero-drop) design
âś” Flexible through the sole
âś” A wide toe box for toe splay
âś” A lightweight shoe that doesn't get in the way of foot function

The best kids’ shoe doesn’t “support” the foot — it lets the foot move.

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07/01/2026

Meet the Altra FWD Via 2
Altra is one of our favourite brands, due to their fantastic anatomical toe box. This shoe is one of a few in their line up that is not a zero drop shoe. Bring a 4mm drop, the opens up the brand to more runners, who might not be able to tolerate the zero drop.

As a parent, it's hard to be on top of everything that is best for our kids. That's why we made the kids school shoe gui...
04/01/2026

As a parent, it's hard to be on top of everything that is best for our kids.

That's why we made the kids school shoe guide. An ebook designed to help you understand the foot and how it develops throughout childhood, plus what to look for when buying kids school shoes.

And if you need any extra assistance, we've detailed out what next steps are available.

Send us a DM and we'll send you a copy of the guide

Merry Christmas!! We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season
24/12/2025

Merry Christmas!!
We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season

And that’s a wrap for 2025! We are back in the clinic from the 5th of January 🎄
23/12/2025

And that’s a wrap for 2025!
We are back in the clinic from the 5th of January 🎄

21/12/2025

Check out Travis’ top shoes he recommends for lower limb injuries!

18/12/2025

TRAVIS' TOP RUNNING SHOES FOR 2025.

Here are Travis' top 3 favourite shoes from this year!

This was definitely hard to whittle it down to 3 options this year, but here are the 3 shoes I enjoyed the most this year.

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