Mr. Al Gallegos, Inventor of Z-CoiL Footwear, Fitting Loralee Vogel

Loralee came in for her second pair of Z-CoiL today. She started with a pair of Z-trek a week ago sold to her by our manager Robin Schildmeyer. Her second purchase is a pair of freedom white and blue athletic shoes. She came in tears a week ago due to severe plantar fascitis. She had so much relief over this week, with the Z-CoiL pain relief footwear, she came in for her second pair of Z-CoiL footwear this weekend. She also wanted to meet Mr. Al Gallegos during the open house event. She was eager to share her testimonial with Mr. Gallegos.

Mr. Al Gallegos, Inventor of Z-CoiL Footwear, With Lotchie Kerch, Owner of Z-CoiL of Seattle, Podcasting Via Telephone at the 6 Year Anniversay Event

Gabcast! The Dr. Lotchie Kerch Show #8



Today, Dr. Lotchie Kerch D.P.M, owner Z-CoiL Seattle, talks to AL Gallegos, the inventor of the Z-coil footwear, during the Sixth Anniversary Open House Celebration.

Jan and Marshall Bronson Came All the Way From Whidby Island For Our Six Year Anniversary

Jan says,"My family owns 13 pairs of Z-CoiL footwear.". Jan and Marshall own the Compass Rose Bed and Breakfast on Whidbey Island. With her purchase today of the Z-Breeze style of shoes, she has four pairs.
They found out about the shoes from a customer in November of 2007. She bought her first pair from Mt. Vernon in December, a T-strap. In January her second pair was a Loryn purchased from our store. Her third pair was a pair of white Mary Jane's purchased in Anchorage.
When her mom came to visit from San Diego, they brought her right from the airport to 1201 Pine St, Z-CoiL of Seattle. She bought a pair of Z-CoiL footwear.
Marshall's first pair was a pair of Sandia. His second pair was a Z-Walker. This time he ordered a second pair of Sandia's. We were out of stock so we will ship them to him.
Marshall says, "In Alaska the Z-CoiL shoes don't transmit the cold like ordinary shoes. This is because of the inch of neoprene in the forefoot sole."
Marshall and Jan visit their daughter in Alaska from time to time. She has a pair of Z-CoiL as well. Her sister (from Twin Falls, Idaho) and sister-in law (from Wyoming) each have a pair of Z-CoiL.
Z-CoiL footwear are truly a family affair.

Dave Frank, Head of Z-CoiL Marketing in Albuquerque With Suzie Burke

A visit from Dave Frank in Albuquerque heralded a fitting of safety officers in private industry. Suzie Burke (of the family of Burke associated with the Burke Museum and the Burke Gilman trail). She came again to visit with Al Gallegos during the Open House, Six Year Anniversary held this week-end. Suzie shared her testimonital, "I've lost 40 pounds since wearing these shoes. My knee arthritis has totally resolved. I have four pairs including the black Mary Jane's. They just feel good"
Suzie makes a great advocate since she is so involved in the community. I remember seeing her being interviewed when input was being requested regarding the fate of the Alaska Viaduct.

For The Past Six Years Z-CoiL(r) Store Has Changed Seattle Two Feet at a Time

Press Release:



World's Leading Pain Relief Footwear(tm) to Be Center Stage at OPEN HOUSE

(Seattle, WA)-For the past Six Years everyone in the Seattle area who suffers from crippling foot, leg or back pain has been able to discover for themselves the life-changing benefits of these revolutionary shoes. An established Z-CoiL(r) Pain Relief Footwear(tm) Store located at 1201 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 is holding its Sixth Anniversary Open House Celebration on February 6,7,8,2009.

Visitors will have an opportunity try out a variety of Z-CoiL(r) styles while enjoying light refreshments, door prizes and a raffle for free Z-coil shoes, copper and silver socks and more.

Best of all, AL Gallegos, the inventor of the Z-coil footwear will be visiting our store to meet you and tell his story about Z-coil.

Just visit out blog, your2feet.blogspot.com, for a recent interview with Al, as well as hear brief, but powerful, quotes from our customers, telling how Z-CoiL footwear has changed their lives.

Z-CoiL(r) footwear is specially engineered to relieve foot, leg, and back pain. Please find a recent ergonomic study results on our blog, as well as studies by Sandia and Los Alamos Laboratories. The three main components are the conical shaped coil, the rocker sole forefoot with extra thick cushioning, and the rigid, built-in orthotic combine to counter the forces of foot, leg and back pain. Such total foot support and cushioning work together to reduce the shock of impact to the body and less impact means less pain.

Many podiatrists and orthopedic specialists agree. "I now commonly recommend Z-CoiL(r) footwear to my patients especially for plantar fascitis," says Doug Ichikawa, a Podiatric Physician and Surgeon with locations in Bellevue and Harborview.

Z-CoiL Footwear is gaining a tremendous and loyal following nationwide as word of its pain relief benefits is spreading.

For more information about the store and our Open House Sixth Anniversary Celebration, contact Lotchie Kerch at 206-838-7838 visit our website at www.your2feet.com or our blog at your2feet.blogspot.com.

Weight Loss Program and Z-CoiL's Are a Good Combo-Especially With The Rewards Program (Good Until 1-14-09)

Vicki N. came in today for her second pair of Z-CoiLs. One year ago she bought her first pair of grey freedoms from the Pine St store. Today she bought a pair of black Tia's and L420 Lynco orthotics recommended by the I-Step Technology.

Vicki read our newsletter so she qualified for the setback prices (offer good only until 1-16-09).
Vicki also is a participant in our weight-loss rewards program. She will get a discount on the Z-CoiL shoes at the end of the year based on the weight loss difference registered between this week and the end of the year (Dec 27-31, 2009).

Vicki has gained weight since having her spine fused (three spinal surgeries) and after the eight foot surgeries. She has degenerative joint disease in her feet. She just came from having an MRI done on her foot.
She also has had a right knee replacement. Vicki says,"Since wearing the Z-CoiL shoes, my back and knees DON"T HURT AT ALL".
She was on prescribed extra strength tylenol for her pain, but after wearing the Z-CoiL shoes she does not need to take them any longer.
Vicki says,"They are super comfy which is amazing since I normally have such trouble fitting shoes (since the eight foot surgeries)."
She'll be back at the end of the year to retrieve her rewards for a year of hard work losing weight: discounts on her next pair of Z-CoiL footwear.

Open House Postcard

Grandma Said, "Don't Try To Save Money On Shoes or Food"

Susan B. came in today to buy her third pair of Z-CoiLs, a velcro black Z-walker.

She noticed her first pair of sandals purchased in the spring 3 years ago "was like walking on a pillow or a mattress."

She says, "I had loaned a pair of my black freedoms to my daughter thinking she would give them back, but she never did." I bought those to be my winter shoes.

She purchased her first pair of sandals from the podiatrist store in Ballard (consolidated now into the Pine St. store).She then went to DC for 10 days as a tourist. She walked the museums, the malls, everywhere. Her first experience with Z-CoiL: "I did not get tired walking so much with the Z-CoiL shoes. My legs and feet felt fine."

She relates having a bad left hip, but "Z-CoiL takes the hardness off the pounding pavement. My grandma always told me: Don't try to save money on shoes or food."

Polio Recovery Aided By Z-coil Footwear

Tracy and Bob C. came in today for their seventh pair (combined) of Z-coils.

Bob had polio as a child and although he had acupuncture and physical therapy to aid in the muscle development and pain control. As an adult he was never able to walk normally until he wore his first pair of Z-CoiL.

He first got introduced to the Z-CoiL when his wife recommended he try them at the Puyallup Fair 2-3 years ago. Bob says, "I took off (at the Puyallup Fair), started walking around, and I did not want to stop. The Z-CoiL's have corrected my gait, my gait is better now. I don't even realize when I am standing now with the Z-CoiL's on, and I sure did before wearing them." He owns a pair of the sandals, the blue and white freedom's and the anniversary shoes. Today he bought a pair of the gray freedom's.

Bob works as a legal librarian at 2 Union Square so he is on his feet standing a lot and bending down a lot. He recommends them to anyone, especially if "something on them isn't right about the way they walk or stand".

Tracy had seen them at the Puyallup Fair a few times and bought her first pair 2-3 years ago. At that time she talked her husband into trying them. She owns a pair of the sandals and the blue and white freedoms. Today she bought a pair of the zueco strap shoes. She had the toe of the shoe stretched to accomodate for her hammertoe.

Tracy had back surgery with 2 rods and 25 screws. Her back was really bad before her surgery, but the Z-coils helped with the pain. She now has difficuty with bending at the waist due to the rods in her back.

Tracy works as an esthetician. She says, " Z-CoiL shoes cushions so much that when I walk I notice it does not jam my back with the impact. It is so hard to go back to regular shoes since these help so much."

Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear Are The Most Intelligent Shoes I Know

John S. came in today for his sixth pair of Z-Coils, the grey freedoms. He also has two pairs of anniversary freedoms, two pairs of the blue and white z-coils, and a pair of hiking boots. " I keep one pair of the blue and white freedoms outside my door for walking the dog or hiking, it's the "dirty shoe".

John has a lot of praise to share about his experiences with Z-CoiLs:
John says," Six years ago my doctors said I could never run again. I had a partial meniscus removal done on my left knee. I don't run, but I hike and walk a lot when about five years ago I was introduced to the Z-CoiL footwear. They saved my knee!"

" Now I can walk and hike Mt. Baldee at my summer home in Sun Valley,Idaho without getting that bone-tired feeling. The trail is well maintained and well traveled. I don't ever get rocks in the coil, they are fantastic. I also have a house in Hawaii (my grandchild is about to be born so I leave next week for Hawaii). There I go hiking on the beach in my Z-Coils. Anytime I work out on the elliptical machine I wear my Z-CoiL's. These are one of the smartest things out there."

"If I am out site-seeing (traveling all over the world), I tend to lean back onto the coils more, getting that extra stretch to the back of my legs (my Achilles and hamstrings). My legs feel like they are 10 years old. I feel younger walking in them."

"I was forced to walk upright and correctly in my Z-coil footwear. These are the most intelligent shoes I know. Everywhere I go kids ask me about them. We were given by nature only so many features. These add something to us that is missing. Everyone working and walking on their feet should be wearing these. They are crazy not to be wearing these. I tell so many people about you and send them your way. I hope you never go out of business."

The Doctors TV Show: Top 10 Health Trends of 2009

Episode 1076 - January 7, 2009 → Z-Coil Shoes


The Doctors count down the Top 10 Health Trends of 2009!

Join The Z-CoiL Discussion on the Doctors TV Forum

- Love these shoes! I have bad knees too, and since I started wearing Z-Coils I am pain free! I agree with reality_curious that these shoes are more forgiving than most as the coil will adjust itself on uneven ground better. I run outside with them and they’re great. Thanks, Z-Coil! (jewbana)

- I have been wearing these shoes for about a year at the initial urging by a friend of mine. Over the years I have suffered a number of injuries, most as a result of a head on collision 22 years ago. I had three knee surgeries, a compressed disc, two herniated discs and a resulting bone spur on my spine. In addition, I previously broke both my feet in separate accidents.

I didn’t think these shoes would help, but after a little coaxing I now own three pairs, the sneaker, dress shoe and a hiking boot. I hiked twice in the hiking boot each time for over 5 miles. I love them! I am glad to see they are making it to the mainstream! I always get a lot of questions when I wear them. (ChiTown)

Heidi Traverso At The Consumer Electronics Show

Yesterday, Heidi Traverso purchased a pair of Z-CoiLs to work the Vievu booth at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Donate at Zcoil of Seattle 1201 Pine St Seattle,Wa 98101 Soles4Souls

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Z-coiL of Seattle ANNOUNCES SHOE DRIVE TO BENEFIT
SOLES4SOULS™ Inc., THE SHOE CHARITY,
AT 1201 Pine St, Seattle, Wa 98101 ON 1/5/09

Seattle residents are invited to recycle their 'gently worn' shoes for people in need
 
Nashville, TN – DATE – Every 19 seconds, Soles4Souls Inc. gives away another pair of shoes to someone in need. The shoe charity has earned glowing endorsements from Hollywood stars and professional athletes, but the people that truly make the non-profit organization effective are those who clean out their closets to personally drop off their ‘gently worn’ shoes at a participating location, such as 1201 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101.

Soles4Souls and Z-coil of Seattle will be collecting your gently worn footwear and/or donations to ship the shoes to people in need, whether they are victims of a natural disaster or subject to living in extreme poverty. It is estimated that Americans have 1.5 billion pairs of unused shoes lying in their closets. The charity can use each and every one of these pairs to make a tangible difference in someone's life.

“We can use the shoes taking up space in your closet to change the world one pair at a time,” Elsey said.  “We need our partners in Seattle to 'STEP UP' and get behind our call for action.  It’s one of the most simple yet profound gifts you can make, because it will greatly improve someone’s life in the most difficult of times,” he said.

ABOUT THE LOCATION AND DATE

People and companies interested in donating can visit the organization’s website at www.giveshoes.org, and follow the instructions. 

About Soles4Souls
“It seems a natural fit: The mission of seeking to recycle the shoes folks toss after they purchase their new pain relief footwear at Z-coil of Seattle,” says owner Lotchie Kerch.
Our Seattle store specializes in providing services and products for the relief of foot, leg and back pain. Being the largest retailer in Washington state for Z-coiL shoes, the multiple styles of the shock absorbing footwear can be viewed at our convenient location at the corner of Minor and Pine (lower Capital Hill).

Nashville-based Soles4Souls™ facilitates the donations of both new and used shoes, which are used to aid the hurting worldwide. Soles4Souls has distributed more than 3.9 million pairs (currently donating one pair every 19 seconds) to people in over 70 countries, including Honduras, Uganda, Romania, and the United States.  The charity has been featured recently in Runner's World and the Green Guide by National Geographic.  It has also appeared on CNN, NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, and hundreds of regional outlets around North America.  Soles4Souls is a 501(c)(3) recognized by the IRS; donating parties are eligible for tax advantages. Visit www.giveshoes.org  for more information.

To impact as many lives as possible with the gift of shoes, we at Z-coil of Seattle, 1201 Pine St, Seattle, WA have become a donation site for Soles4Souls. By donating to Soles4Souls, they facilitate the donations of shoes, which are used to aid the hurting worldwide. Donate new and used shoes to us, then we coordinate with Soles4 Souls who cleans the shoes and distributes them to victims of recent disasters such as Hurricanes Katrina & Rita and to those in need of footwear around the world. Soles4Souls have given away more than 3 million pairs of shoes. Unfortunately, this figure pales in comparison to the need that exists. More than 300million children around the world don’t own a single pair of shoes. A sad irony is that the same amount of footwear was thrown into American landfills last year alone. Footwear may not cure cancer, or alleviate hunger, or fight AIDS. But shoes certainly do play a part in lifting the spirits of people struggling to improve their lives. It’s a simple yet effective way to erase the stigma of poverty, stop puncture wounds, end scrapes and prevent burns to feet of the poor and destitute. And it’s something we all have, in abundance, lying in our closets. Used running shoes are particularly valuable, since most are still in great shape.

I used to Walk on Tiptoes to Avoid the Pain in my feet

Alex K came in recently saying "I have worn Zcoils since 2003. I walk a lot-30km per day at a speed of 7 km/hour. I can now walk a 10K in less than two hours. Sitting used to be OK, but not standing or walking without morphine. I was on tiptoes in my Birkenstock trying to avoid contact with the ground prior to Zcoils. In the time I have had Zcoils my morphine consumption has decreased. I have profound peripheral neuropathy and an unstable left ankle."

Alex came in to buy another umpteenth pair of Zcoils, this time a pair of work boots.

He also loves the Injinji toe socks we carry in the store. He says,"They make my toes all be in harmony for the first time since 1967. I can give homebound pastoral care now since I can walk better. I wish the government would allow payment for Zcoils, not morphine." He left with six pairs of new Injinji High Performance Socks.

A 40 Mile Journey from Arlington in the Snow and Rain to Get Zcoil

Delia and her husband made the long trek from Arlington in the snow and rain to buy her sixth pair of Z-coils. She says,"I have worked as a nurse for Lifecare Marysville for 9 1/2 years. I pulled a muscle 4-5 years ago in my back. My legs and hip began hurting 4 years ago. My plantar fascitis causes everything to hurt."

She has worn Z-coils for the past 4 years and now owns 6 pairs. She bought a pair of grey freedoms today with the coils enclosed (covered). Any Zcoil shoe can have the coils covered. A non-skid spray was applied to her soles due to the foul weather conditions lately. She also owns a pair of sandals, white clogs, white freedoms x2, and a pair of brown hiker Z-coil footwear..

She found out about the Zcoil from her father-in-law who was going to sell Zcoil footwear in Sun City, AZ. She says' "Since wearing the Zcoil my back has stopped hurting. I have stopped crying from the pain since wearing Zcoils and recommend Zcoils to others. I hand out cards to everyone."

January Newsletter

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Walk Without Pain- Choose Your Shoe
January 2009
In This Issue
Open House!
Good News
Shoes relieve foot, leg, knee and back pain
Testimonial
Quick Links...
Our Website
Our Blog

Good News!
November and December were rocking for Z-CoiL, coming off the Good Morning America segment with great momentum and securing a segment on "The Doctors" which will air some time in the first quarter of 2009, I can already tell this is going to be a great year!The idea for the next release will be focused around the economy and sustainability of the Z-CoiL as a brand. As we head into 2009 and hard economictimes are effecting all of us, a story about the durability of the shoe with its replaceable coil heal will be a refreshing approach.Thanks to all of you for your sustaining support in 2008. May 2009 be filled with joy and happiness.

News From Costco
Our products and services for Costco employees will be posted at the Seattle Bulletin board.

Dear All,
The New Year is normally the time to make those New Year's resolutions. Many times we resolve to take off the pounds gained from the holiday festivities. If this is your wish, we at Zcoil of Seattle want to reward you for this years efforts to take off those pounds. It is as simple as stopping into the store to get weighed and photographed between January 7-14, 2009. At the end of the year, after being reweighed and photographed between December 28-31, please share your wonderful stories of Walking Without Pain- Choose Your Shoe. For every pound lost, you are entitled to store discount on Z-coil products. Please see the store for details.

Shoes relieve foot, leg, knee and back pain
Four out of five Americans will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives, and 75% will have trouble with their feet. So chances are that you, too, will find yourself dreading that trip to the mall, or unable to enjoy visiting the zoo with your kids or grandkids, simply because it is too painful to walk. Happily, there's a pain relief solution that does not involve pills, shots or surgery: a special type of shoe called Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear. Z-CoiL shoes are engineered to reduce impact to the body and relieve stress on aching joints. The coil spring acts as a shock absorber, reducing the force of impact at the heel by up to 50% (and putting that extra "spring" in your step!). Extra thick, resilient cushioning at the ball of the foot also softens impact and its rocker-bottom assists your forward-motion. A built-in orthotic plate in each shoe provides necessary support, improving your posture and helping to relieve such painful conditions as heel spurs and plantar fascititis. Hundreds of Z-CoiL customers have sent in testimonials that attest to the effectiveness of these life-changing shoes. Many claim they have been able to continue working at jobs where they're on their feet for hours. And many other express their heartfelt gratitude for having their active lives back again! "Within one week of buying my Z-CoiL shoes, I was no longer taking any pain medication for my back. Within two weeks, my knee pain was gone!" says Joan Highsmith. If you feel you are missing out on life because of foot, leg, knee, hip or back pain, why not visit the Z-CoiL store nearest you and try on a pair. You have nothing to lose but your pain!


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Chela Keeps Her Job as a Traveling Nurse

Chela Hutchison and her mom came in to try on new and buy established styles of Zcoil yesterday.

Chela works at the Renton campus of Virginia Mason as a travel nurse. She says" I would not be able to still be a floor nurse if it were not for the Z-coil footwear. I have sacroiliac dysfunction and arthritis in my right lumbosacral region."

Chela was first introduced to the Z-coils four years ago while working at Baptist Medical Center in North Carolina. Two years later she bought her first pair in Pennsylvania. She has a pair of white freedoms and a pair of anniversary edition styles. Today she purchased her third pair of Z-coils: another anniversary style since she likes them so much.

The lynco orthotics, with the extra metatarsal support, especially assist her with the ball of the foot discomfort. She stood on the I-step machine for a free pressure analysis and for recommendations on which arch support to get.

She is thrilled," I have referred two nurses from Puyallup to this store when I was at Good Samaritan Hospital. The Z-coils have decreased my pain and increased my quality of life. I have significantly reduced the need for pain medications. If it were not for the shoes, I would not be able to walk or work."

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News to Come

The holidays are always busy and hectic for us, and it is very easy to get wrapped up in all of the day-to-day details of life. This morning, Ryan and I were wondering how we were going to navigate our Seattle roads to not only get to work safely, but to attend a festive holiday gathering tonight in Kent.

Our thoughts drifted toward family and friends. I picked up the phone and called a few family members just to say hi. The family in Florida and Hawaii are mystifyed and worry how we get around with all the snow we have had-Carefully!

Then our thoughts turned toward our customers. We have a lot of people that stop into our store around this time of year and we hear wonderful stories. You may want to read in our blog the life altering experiences reported just last week. From Texas and all over the country we hear of a customer who reported losing 33 pounds and is becoming far less insulin-dependent. Another customer has lost over 50 pounds.

" All of these holiday encounters serve as a constant reminder to us:"We are not in the shoe business, we are in the relationship business." Anyone can sell you a shoe. The difference is - we want you to feel better. It's what makes this business gratifying and rewarding. All of life's other little problems are far less significant when you can make a difference in someone's life." We wish all of you the best in happiness and health for 2009. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

"I Can Walk Circles Around the Youngsters"

Janice and Narayan Baltzo, of Living Music Radio.com, came in recently with mom to buy more Zcoil pain relief footwear.

Janice shared her compelling story of her first contact with Zcoil footwear and how they changed her life..
" I've had a lot of back trouble for decades. I have tried naturopaths, chiropractors, osteopaths, icing, yoga and acupuncture for any help in easing my pain. "

"I injured my spine when I turned wrong while holding a light truss (heavy gear) in1979. I ended up in the hospital with a "frozen" spine."

"One day while on the road in June of 2008 we had stopped at a rest stop. I had to hobble to the restroom my back hurt so much."

What was to follow was a life changing event at the next rest stop.

"We stopped for some ice cream and met a lady who said "I can walk circles around these youngsters". She said it was because of her Zcoil footwear she was able to be so active. Her late husband it turns out used to sell Zcoil pain relief footwear and she happened to have some in the back store room that fit me. That was the first pair of Zcoils I bought-a pair of Black Freedoms."

After that is history: "OMG look at this, I ran out to the van saying "I am running".
I then ran around the rest stop jogging the perimeter right after I got them and was giggling. I was so darn happy.

I looked up where Zcoil was on the web and came in for my next pair- a Black Taos Strap (Mary Jane style). She also bought the Lynco arch supports, our Injinji "toe socks", and several of the bamboo socks.

Narayan has a pair of the grey Freedoms and ZWalkers. Mom got a pair of Z Walkers with laces that stay tied "knotty boys". She was so pleased with the way the Jobst compression socks made her legs feel with better circulation.

Janice is so moved by her experience with the footwear she mentions her story everywhere their music and their connecting communities work carries them-to churches, yoga centers, independent bookstores, and outdoor concerts. "How can you not want to spread the word about Zcoil?"
Here is more about the work of Janet and Narayan:

Vision Statement
Vision Statement: To create, perform and promote music & lyrics that are expansive and life-affirming. To help advance music beyond its current common usage as entertainment or stimulation, and utilize its power to inspire, heal and uplift.- Composing music with Sacred Intention- Performing this music with uplifted consciousness in receptive venues- Promoting awareness of Sound and Music's effect on us so we can make healthier choices- Infusing conscious music into every possible form of media, including radio, television, movie soundtracks and advertising- Increasing awareness of artists to be more conscious of the effect of their art on themselves and others- Creating opportunities and opening venues for conscious musicians and audiences- Connecting communities through shared musical experiences- Increasing the appreciation of Music, Art and Beauty in our society
© 2008 You're Loved & Living Music Radio with Narayan & Janet

Ergonomic Study Conducted At New Mexico Highlands University

Wayne Scheler, New Mexico Highlands University, conducted a study on Ergonomic Implimentation to reduce Plantar Pressure.

Al Gallegos Reflects On His First Customer Success Story

On the new Z-CoiL YouTube Channel, Al Gallegos, Inventor and Founder of Z-CoiL Footwear, talks about one of his first customer experiences.

Walk It Off Seattle

Our “Walk it off Seattle” program starts in January.

Between January 7 and January 14, 2009, we invite you in to be weighed and your photo taken.

For every pound lost during the year, you will be rewarded $1.00 towards the purchase of any Z-coil product in the store.

Between Dec 27 and December 31, 2009 come in to be reweighed and a photo retaken for comparison.

This will be compared to the amount you were measured in January. The amount of $1.00 per pound lost will be awarded based on this comparison difference (More details at the store)

Customer Testimonials: Why I Wear Z-CoiLs

Several Z-CoiL owners talk about their personal experiences and how the spring in their step has improved their quality of life. (WMAR ABC Channel 2 in Baltimore)

Featured on ABC this morning

Shoes that put a Spring in your Step!

Podcast: An Interview with Austin TX Z-CoiL Dealer

Gabcast! The Dr. Lotchie Kerch Show #7



Dr. Lotchie Kerch D.P.M talks to Austin TX Z-CoiL dealers.

Podcast: An Interview with Scottsdale, AZ Dealer

Gabcast! Z-CoiL Dealer Interview Series



Dr. Lotchie Kerch D.P.M talks to Scottsdale, AZ Z-Coil dealers.

"Ergonomic Implementation to Reduce Plantar Pressure"

"Ergonomic Implementation to Reduce Plantar Pressure"

Researchers at New Mexico Highlands University tested the ergonomic effects of Z-CoiL footwear in a weight-bearing, industrial environment and found that the shoes significantly reduced impact pressure on the plantar surface of the feet!

Interview: Margaret Chesebro, Wigwam Socks

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Z-CoiL dealers Dr. Lotchie Kerch, Seattle, and Caesar Snee, San Francisco, along with Jack Olmsted, Z-Blog Reporter, talk with Margaret Chesebro, a field marketing specialist with Wigwam socks.



WigWam Video: Ironman Wisconsin 2007

In The News

Wigwam to benefit from fed move to restrict sock imports
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Interview with Joaquin Romay, Injinji Toe Socks

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Dr. Lotchie Kerch, Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear Seattle, and I talk with Joaquin Romay, product designer and founder of Injinji Toe Socks.

SAN DIEGO UNION TRIBUNE (JUNE 2007)

Like so many creations, this one was born out of necessity. Or in this case, dirty laundry. Brothers, Randuz and Joaquin Romay were hiking in Oregon eight years ago when Randuz exhausted his supply of clean socks. Joaquin, a Berkenstock salesman at the time, suggested that Randuz try a pair of his rainbow-colored toe socks.

The next morning the brothers headed off on a trail run, their toes snugly and individually tucked into multi-hued hosiery.

"Somewhere in the middle of that run we stopped and said, 'Hey, how do those toe socks feel?'" recalled Joaquin, now 33.

"It feels like I'm barefooted," said Randuz, 34.

Sitting around the campfire that night, the brothers - renaissance types who surf, play music and stage photo exhibits - could only talk toe socks.

"From that evening on," Joaquin said, "that was the rest of our lives." (Read More)

Next week, the second part of this interview will be broadcast live on this blog. If you are interested in participating in the online radio talk show via phone, IM or GoogleTalk, let me know through comments.



Randuz Romay, Injinji's Marketing Director, produced and directed this short video that showcases people talking about using toe socks.

Small Business Assistance: Mechanical Testing of Z-Coil Shoe

Sandia National Laboratories conducts mechanical testing in 2001 through New Mexico Small Business Assistance Program on shoes developed and patented by Z-Coil Footwear.

WBZTV- CBS Boston - "Health Watch - iStep by Aetrex"

The iStep by Aetrex is the most revolutionary digital foot analysis device ever created. In less than 30 seconds the iStep will capture your foot type, pressure points and shoe size and then help recommend the ideal footwear and orthotics for your individual needs.

Stop into Z-CoiL Seattle today for a free digital foot analysis!

Bodies Back in Motion

Z-CoiL® footwear restores mobility to arthritis sufferers
Arthritis is a painful, often crippling condition that keeps many people from doing the things they enjoy, or even need to do every day. Nearly one in five adults in this country are afflicted with arthritis, a term encompassing more than 100 different degenerative diseases that affect the areas in or around joints, causing pain, swelling, and loss of movement.
Joint pain and stiffness can make movement difficult, yet it’s very important for those suffering from arthritis to maintain as much flexibility and muscle strength as possible in order to protect their joints.
Z-CoiL® footwear can help. The shock-absorbing Z-CoiL® heels, along with thick and resilient cushioning at the forefoot of the shoes, greatly reduce the sort of jarring impact that is so hard on aching joints. The coil also returns energy of motion to the wearer by up to 50%, putting that extra “spring” in your step, while the rocker-bottom soles of the shoes promotes a smooth, rolling gait that gently propels you forward. In Z-CoiL® shoes, walking can actually become a pleasure again, rather than a pain.
In fact, Z-CoiL® shoes have been recommended in Arthritis Today’s Walking Guide as “a good choice for people who have heel pain,” due to the way they absorb shock. They are also described as being especially good for heavy walkers and over-pronators, or people whose feet roll inward when they walk.
“When I was given a pair of Z-CoiL® shoes as a Christmas gift,” observes Pamela, a jeweler in Las Vegas, Nevada, “little did I know my health would be the real gift. Within the next month, my arthritis pain was gone.”
Pamela had suffered from both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) since she was 20. Her job requires her to be on her feet 12 to 14 hours a day, and every joint in her body ached. “When I first went in for the shoes, I was all bent over and in pain,” she remembers. “Now I am standing straight and tall with no pain.”
Alex, in retail sales in Overland Park, Kansas, has a similar story. “I was having severe problems with arthritis in both knees—so much so that I could barely get through a day at work.” Then he read an article in his local paper about Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear™, and Alex decided to give the unusual shoes a try.
“After wearing the shoes for a couple of weeks,” he reports, “I found the pain and stiffness had lessened enough that I could start walking on a regular basis again—at first just a little, and then more frequently and on longer walks.” As a result, he says, “I’m healthier now than I was in my 20s and the arthritis is a non-issue.”
Steve, an engineer in Frisco, Texas, attributes the pain relief he and his wife, Kathy, have experienced to the unique design of their Z-CoiL® footwear. “As an engineer, I can appreciate that springs behave in a unique manner of physics known as Hooke’s law: the force exerted is a linear function of extension or compression. In other words, the spring slows your step down with a slow, constant force, rather than an abrupt stop.”
Steve once used a cane and had serious bouts with rheumatoid arthritis that lasted at least a week. Now with Z-CoiL® shoes, he believes his attacks are fewer and less severe. “I can only attribute this to the Z-CoiL® shoes and the cushion that they add to every step.” Kathy, meanwhile, has suffered for years from chronic back pain due to a car accident, but Z-CoiL® shoes have helped her get back on her feet too.
“Both my wife and I can now stand in line at the grocery store, something we could not tolerate before due to pain,” says Steve. “Now I can stand in line and I am not in pain at all.”
To read more testimonials from Z-CoiL® customers whose springy shoes have made their arthritis pain more manageable and their daily lives more enjoyable, visit our website at www.zcoil.com. Or visit a Z-CoiL® footwear store near you, and discover how you, too, can “bounce back” from arthritis.

For more information about this pervasive and chronic condition, visit www.arthritis.org.
To read more testimonials from Z-CoiL® customers, go to www.zcoil.com/testimonials.

New Fall hours

It's that time again, the sun is gone, the rain is here to stay and fall is upon us.

Stop in today to see us our new fall line of Terrasoles and the New Z-trek shoe coming soon.

Limited Hours 9/12 and 9/13

We apologize for any inconvenience we will have limited hours Friday 9/12 from 4pm-7pm and 9/13 Sat from 10am-2pm we appreciate your understanding and patience.

Thanks Management

Closed Sunday 8/31 & 9/1 for Holiday weekend

Sorry, but we will be closed August 31,2008 and September 1,2008 to let our employees be with their families for this Holiday weekend.We will re-open Sept 2, 2008 @ 10am.

Sorry for any inconvenience

Thanks Management

We missed the Puyallup fair but are doing something even better ( Off site location )

Watch out Puyallup !

It's that time of the year again, we feel the wind, the rain and that's right the FAIR approaching. We weren't able to make the Fair this year but we have set up something even better. An off-site location that gives you and your feet some much needed 1 on 1 attention.

We wil be at the:

Best Western Park Plaza Hotel
620 South Hill Park Drive
Puyallup, WA 98373


Location ~ Covington Room

Dates ~ Sept 12 & 13, Sept 19 & 20

Time ~ TBD

Thats right 2 whole weekends of just you and us.

More information to Come Stay tuned or call for details.

A new way to find us

It's Finally here, we have been waiting for weeks and months even. A BRIGHT NEW SIGN to go with the new inside of the store. Swing by today and see how weve changed. Mention you saw this online and get 10% off any purchase in the store.

5 New styles in now ( Terrasoles )

Terrasoles ~ new styles now available.

ABC News: Saving Lives In These Shoes

Last month, ABC News featured Z-CoiL in a Johns Hopkins Hospital 6-part miniseries that followed doctors and nurses as they balance their professional and personal lives in one of the nations busiest trauma centers.

In the Z-CoiL clip, medical staff explain how their footwear helps them work 12-16 hour shifts.

To Watch The Video:

Go To Hopkins.ABCNews
Click on the "Web Extra" Tab
Using the right scholl arrow (more videos), find the segment entitled, "Saving Lives In These Shoes".

Fremont Fair Fotos

New Terrasoles !

Stop in today and See the New shipment of Terrasoles an all green product made from all recycled material, The latest and greatest Styles for men and women.

Stop by today and Get socks for 30 % off

Fremont Fair~Here we come

Stop by our booth @ the Fremont Fair booth #p18 and see whats NEW and on Sale.

Sock Sale NOW

Dont miss it, its Finally here

30% off socks.

Stop by today and pick some up.

(excluding any Wayi products)

Pain Relief Product: Topical Analgesia

Biofreeze

The gel applied from a tube or pump bottle affords the doctor the opportunity to create a more thorough application by massaging the effected area during application.

Through massage the patient benefits from an increased blood flow and warming of the region at the cellular level for better absorption of the Biofreeze product.

This hands on application also reinforces patient touch which has been shown to be very important in the healing cycle.

"Biofreeze provides the working person relief to continue through the day, to be able to sleep at night, and continue to be active."
Gerard Cronin, DC. CCEP

"I had to write to tell you what a great product this is. The first time I used Biofreeze it gave me excellent results!"
Thomas E. Prohaska

Hammertoe

Z-CoiL ® Pain Relief Footwear™
Recommendations for Pain Relief Products


Hammertoe

• Gel toe crest
• Toe tubes and separators
• Foot appliances
• Budin - for 1 or 2 toes
• Injinji toe socks - for pre & post op (photo)

Wayi is now here

Now caring Bamboo socks Men's Ivory and Women's Black and Ivory more to come soon...

Wayi clothing is made of 100% bamboo.

Bamboo is a sustainable resource that thrives naturally without the use of pesticides or the need for fertilizer. Bamboo can grow as much as18 inches over night. The bamboo used in the production of textiles is plantation-raised bamboo. The significance of plantation raised bamboo is that the harvesting of the bamboo does not interfere with the habitat of Panda bears.

Because of its hollow fiber, bamboo has unusual breathing capabilities.

The fiber is filled with micro gaps and micro-holes which allows for better moisture absorption and ventilation than other fibers.

Bamboo fiber can absorb and evaporate perspiration quickly. Bamboo is naturally anti-bacterial because of its bio-agent bamboo “kun” which does not allow the growth of bacteria on the fiber and therefore eliminates the need for anti-microbial chemical treatment (which is known to cause allergic reaction). When you perspire your clothing will not pick up the odor of your perspiration.

Bamboo fabric is anti-static and does not cling.

Bamboo is 100% biodegradable.

Bamboo apparel products offer the following unique benefits and qualities to its customers:

Softness:
It feels like cashmere or silk, it is extremely soft.

Comfort
Bamboo apparel is comfortable, more breathable than cotton, fast drying, moisture-wicking, and thermal regulating. It will keep you cooler in the summer, and you can layer it to be warmer in the winter.

Bacteria Free
Bamboo fiber contains a natural agent, that prevents the growth of bacteria, thus prevents odor.

Natural
Bamboo is one of the world’s most prolific and fastest growing plants. It is inherently organic and is grown without pesticides or chemicals, and is 100% biodegradable.

Easy Care
No dry cleaning necessary. Launder in cool water on Gentle Cycle and tumble dry low. Stain removers may be used for stubborn stains. The use of bleach or liquid fabric softener is not recommended. Dryer sheets may be used. Remove from dryer promptly or line dry.

A quantitative antibacterial capability test was performed by the China Industrial Testing Center (CTITC) from July 7th 2003 thru July 11, 2003. One hundred percent Bamboo Fabric was tested over a 24-hour incubation period with bacterial strain type Staphylococcus aureous. After the 24-hour period the numbers of live bacteria were counted in each sample. The results showed that 100% bamboo fabric exhibits 99.8% antibacterial kill rate.

Studies by the Japan Textile Inspection Association (JTIA) revealed long-term antibacterial efficacy of bamboo fabric. The quantitative test method JISL 1902 was performed using 100% bamboo fabric that had been washed industrially 50 times. Incubation over a 24-hour period with bacterial strain type MRSA Staphylococcus IID 1677 was followed by a count of live bacteria on each sample. Results showed that bamboo fabric showed antibacterial efficacy (greater than) 70% after 50 industrial washings. (Results obtained from Shanghai Tenbro Bamboo Textile LtD)

Antimicrobial and Antibacterial Textile Benefits:

Fifty individuals suffering from the fungal infection tinea pedis commonly called athlete’s foot were given antimicrobial, antibacterial socks. All fifty test subjects reported the disappearance of the burning and itching that accompanies athlete’s foot within 1-2 days of wearing the socks. Within 2-6 days the blistering and sores characteristic of athlete’s foot disappeared and the skin returned to normal. None of the fifty individuals reported any adverse effects.

It's here

It's here a new sandal for men and women with a closed toe.

The Northwest Foodservice Show Booth 124

On Sunday and Monday (April 27-28), we will be exhibiting at the 46th The Northwest Foodservice Show, at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center.

Festivities Include:

· A trade show exhibit floor featuring more than 500 booths.
· Educational Seminars led by industry experts.
· Kitchen tips from first rate Northwest chefs on the Chef Demonstration Stage
· Sampling of Northwest beers at the Washington Beer Commission Tasting Pavilion
· Specialized products for ethnic foodservice at the World Products Pavilion
· Displays of new and soon-be-be available products in the New Product Showcase
· The salmon slinging antics of the Pike Place Fish Mongers
· Networking opportunities with more than 12,000 of your industry peers

Terrasoles® Coming In May

In May, Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear™, formerly known as Your 2 Feet, will sell Terrasoles®.

Go On

Seek Adventure

Live For Comfort With Terrasoles!

Terrasoles® outdoors lifestyle footwear, targets the void many people face when transitioning from their active footwear into something that is more comfortable and casual, yet remains functional. Terrasoles' hybrid design appeals to those whose hearts belong to the spirit of the great outdoors.

"Terrasoles redefine the casual after sport shoe," says Jerry Hemphill, Terrasoles® Brand President. "We use technology to create lightweight, flexible styles with unique support and shock attenuating features. Our vision is one of a young-in-attitude, active consumer who participates in or is inspired by activities such as hiking, running, rafting or travel.

The environment also is top of mind when we consider Terrasoles' components. We utilize environmentally friendly elements wherever possible. Our packaging and other collaterals are being produced on recycled stocks with soy inks, and we are using high-quality fleece made from recycled materials in some travel and cold weather styles. We believe that small, environmentally smart steps like these are easy to implement from a business perspective and critical to implement from an environmental perspective.

Terrasoles®, which retails from $30 to $60, is easily identifiable at retail through its unique character and unified branding elements, including its distinctive "blades of grass" logo.

Northwest Women's Show 2008

Phtoos of the Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear™ Seattle booth at the Northwest Women's Show March 28 - 30th, 2008, at Qwest Field Event Center in Seattle.

ABC Channel 13 Houston News Report

ABC Channel 13 Houston, TX, produced this news report on the local Z-Coil Pain Relief Footwear retail outlet.

Superfeet or Lynco or Custom Orthotics

Which can help me?
I hear this all the time asked by folks suffering with foot, leg, and back pain in our store "Your 2 Feet", "Z-coil Seaatle's Authorized Dealer".

The interesting thing is each of these three assist to a varying degree and can attain goals by different routes.

As you may have heard in the streaming podcast interview on an earlier post, on your2feet.blogspot.com, the future owner of Superfeet goes into great length on the pros and cons of the various applications for her product line. The control comes in the heel cup.

Lyncos has a variable assortment of products for high or flexible low arches with or without more metatarsal support. Theirs is a more cushioning, flexible control focused more in the medial longitudinal arch.

The custom orthoses (orthotics) are usually made by a podiatrist. These usually are very controlling with posting in the heel and obtaining control around the subtalar joint via neutral positioning during casting.

At our store we also have products for higher arches that do not take up as much volume in the shoes.

To experience our products, please visit our store downtown 1201 Pine St Seattle or call 206-838-7338. We will also be at the NWWS MArch 28th-30th in the purple section Booth #1442. There is a way to approach relief for your 2 feet!

Your Two Feet can feel like This 2

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Croc, Your shoes saved my life and my marriage. About two years ago I was diagnosed with a severe case of Polio. After weeks of failed treatments, the doctors realized that I had an allergic reaction to the medicines prescribed to me. I was placed in the Iron Lung for 6th months and it deeply affected my relationship with my husband. Finally, I was released from the Iron Lung and sent to therapy in hopes that I may walk again. I was given various pairs of orthopedic shoes, but none worked. Then one day my friend introduced me to Crocs. Learning to walk again was a difficult struggle, but with the Crocs' comfort and support I was able to achieve my goals and get back to a semi-normal lifestyle. Once there, my husband and I began to mend our relationship and connect on a spiritual level we had never before reached. I just wanted to say thanks again for saving my life, my marriage, and for giving me a brighter future. I love you.
− Hope Daniels

Find the Seattle Connection for Crocs Rx footwear at "Your 2 Feet" and "Z-coil Seattle Authorized Dealer" in Seattle, 1201 Pine St. You can find out the truth about how silver in your socks and crocs works-It really does prevent bacteria and fungus from robbing you of healthy feet!
Seattle, Wa. 98101 206-838-7338

Silver Helps Fight Fungus and you can by wearing CrocsRx™ Therapeutic Shoes

CrocsRx™ Patients

CBS San Francisco

CBS 5 Eyewitness News answer man Ken Bastida visits the San Francisco Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear™ store to test out a pair of springy soled shoes.

Watch Video

http://cbs5.com/video/?id=31878@kpix.dayport.com

Interview with Cathy Tate, Superfeet

powered by ODEO

Z-CoiL Dealers Dr. Lotchie Kerch in Seattle and Caesar Snee in SF talk with with Cathy Tate, a sales rep for SuperFeet.

My Z-coil's are so Worth It!

Darla Moyer came in today with her Black Z-Walkers. She is so grateful about her life altering experiences wearing the Z-coils that while in the store she was telling other customers about her story that I cannot wait to tell you about.

Years ago she abused her back while landscaping, especially after a battle with a tree that she lost. This incident landed her right in traffic. Her doctors told her there was nothing that could be done for her back pain. They said: " I would have to live with the pain."

Another unfortunate accident, tripping on a rubber mat at Key Arena, ended up injuring her knees so badly she ended up with both knee having to be replaced. She now has only 37% functional capacity of her right knee and 30% use of left knee.

"Prior to wearing Z-coils, I had constant knee and back pain and had to take Vicodin 2-4 x day for the severe pain I was having."

"What works for me, if I start to have any back pain, I bounce up and down on the springs and that (release of impact) makes the pain go away-I don't know how-it just does."

"Another result of the Z-coil footwear is that instead of working only four hours per shift, I can now work 16 hour shifts at work as a prep cook for at the Hearthstone. I like my job so much that after helping my friend out for what was supposed to be only six weeks, I stayed."

"I tell everyone about them-They Are So Worth IT! I give so many people your phone number, even the folks that stop me in the street to ask me about them. The nurses at the Hearthstone want them."

" The money I have saved is from the savings of not having to buy New Balance shoes every three months at $85.00 a pop...and they did not help my pain."

While in the store we watched her walk and determined her annual tune-up was to add a wedge to the outside of her coil to control the lopsided knee she has had ever since the knee replacement.

FYI: tune-ups are free with every pair of Z-coils purchased for the lifetime of the footwear. As many of our enthusiastic Z-coil wearers share with us, and as our own wearing experience attest to, they find the Z-coil footwear appears to be longer lasting than most available shoes on the market. We are so pleased to share Darla's amazing story.

Bouncing around

Carol Miller came in today to replace the heels on 3 pairs of her Z coil shoes, Carol has been wearing Z coil shoes for about 2 years and loves them. She wouldnt give them up for anything. She used to spend up to 120.00 on normal shoes that "claimed" helped you walk better and to take away the pain but nothing worked. She has had terrible arthritis for about 5 years now, she has had knee surgery and has been suffering ever sense. After she bought Z coil pain relief foot wear it the pain in her knee and back was reduced tremendously. She is so in love with them she just decide to buy her 7th pair. Thats right 7 pairs in 2 years she wears them everywhere, work shopping, you name it she is in them. All of her co workers laugh and call her tigger because of the spring but at the end of the night the only one laughing is her. Free from alot of the pain the other workers are having from standing for 8-10 hours. You bounce away girl! She previously bought all of her shoes at the Puyallup store which we have to sadly say is no longer with us. But she found out the careing people of seattle are always here to help. stop back anytime.

1 Day left to our Sale dont miss out who knows when it will happen again

You heard it only 1 day left Sale ends Febuary 16 2008. Stop in now. Also dont forget check us out on Myspace, that rights its Finally here join us www.myspace.com/your2feet Lots of updates about whats new in our store.

Show your loved one how much you care

Only 5 days left to stop in to Your 2 Feet before the sale of the season is over. Why not give the Best Valentines gift that that youre loved one can use over and over agian.

Sale is 20% off everything through out the entire store stop by today.

1201 Pine St Seattle WA 98122

Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm

Saturday 11am-6pm

206-838-7338