Podiatrist Shares Stretching Tips for Exercise and Walking

 Stretching Tips for Exercise and Walking
When walking for exercise, it’s important to stretch before and after you walk. Follow the stretching techniques shown below and remember to stretch slowly, without bouncing. You only need to stretch far enough to feel your muscles elongating, not until you feel pain. Talk to your podiatrist, or call Dr. Kerch, if you have specific questions about your stretching routine.
1. Head Circles
Start with your ear near your right shoulder. Rotate your head around to the front, ending with your ear near the left shoulder. Roll your head back to the other side. Repeat 5-10 times.
2. Arm Circles
Lift arms out at your sides and make forward arm circles. Keep your palms facing in and your thumb pointed down. Make 20 forward circles with each arm. Then make backwards arm circles with your palm facing out, thumb pointed up. Make 20 backward circles with each arm.

3. Ankle Circles
While sitting or lying down, lift your right leg from the hip so that your thigh is about 1 inch off the ground/chair. Keeping your knee straight, rotate the foot at the ankle joint slowly in a circular motion. Make 10 circles with your ankle going clockwise and 10 going counterclockwise. Repeat with your left leg.
4. Hip Stretch
Stand up and take a step back with your right foot. Bend your left knee and shift your weight back to your right hip. Keep the right leg straight, bend forward more and reach further down your right leg. Hold for 20 seconds. Then repeat on the other side.
5. Side Reaches
Reach one arm over your head and to the side. Keep your hips steady and your shoulders straight to the side. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat on the other side.
6. Leg Curl (Quadriceps Stretch)
Stand straight up and if necessary, hold onto a wall for support. Bend your right foot behind you to your buttocks with your right hand. Keep standing up straight and push your knee gently back as far as you can comfortably go, keeping your heel in place. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat with your left foot and hand.

7. Wall Push (Calf Stretch)
Lean into a wall with your feet about 3-4 feet away from the wall, bracing yourself with your arms. Bend one knee and point it toward the wall. Keep your back leg straight with your foot flat, your head up and your toes pointed straight ahead. Keeping your back straight, move hips forward until you feel a stretch. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat with the other leg.
8. Achilles Stretch
From the calf stretch position, bend your knee back so your leg straightens, stretching the Achilles tendon. Keep your heel down and hold for 20 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

9. Triceps
Stretch your arms up over your head. Bend the right arm, pushing the right elbow back and down with your left hand. Hold for 20 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
10. Hip flexors, hamstrings and lower back
Bend your right leg forward until your knee is directly over your ankle. Rest your left knee on the ground. Keeping your right leg in place, lower your hips and slide your left leg back slightly, stretching as far as you are comfortable. Hold for 20 seconds and then repeat on the other side.

Don't underestimate the importance of stretching to prevent injury and to promote health.
Dr. Lotchie M. Kerch is accepting new patients in our Capital Hill location:

                                   1201 Pine St.

                                   Seattle, Wa 98101

Please call 206-786-0064 for an appointment with Dr. Lotchie Kerch

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Christine Booth's Whole Nursing Career Changed After Wearing Z-CoiL shoes.

Christine Booth, before wearing Z-CoiL shoes, experienced excruciating joint pain, especially knee and back pain.
After a 12 hour shift as a nurse she says she had to go home and lay down because of the pain.
Since wearing Z-coiL shoes she now can go to the store and do errands after work.
She's worked as a nurse at Swedish or Virginia Mason for the past 12 years.

Christine started wearing Z-coiL shoes 6 years ago and her pain has been "1000 times" better. "These shoes changed my whole nursing career. They spoil you for other shoes. Other shoes are 'crap'."
She says "I've been big my whole life and I've played lots of sports including basketball, softball, volleyball, and pickle ball."

Christine owns 6 pairs of Z-CoiL shoes including the High Desert Hiker and Loryn.
She came to "Your 2 Feet" in Seattle to purchase an X-large pair of coils. Her previous coils were replaced with X-large coils.

Hearing our customers stories of enduring many years of symptoms, and then seeing our customers obtain relief wearing Z-CoiL shoes, is so heart warming and rewarding to us.

We'd like for you to come in, try on these impact reducing Z-CoiL shoes and see how they can help you get back to the activities you love. No appointment is necessary to be fitted for the Z-CoiL shoes.
Please call 206-786-0064 to confirm store hours.
Just ask us for more information about our plantar fascitis treatment kit, different styles of arch supports and braces.
Dr. Kerch is available for consultation by appointment. Please call 206-786-0064. She has a general podiatric practice. She makes custom orthotics and treats common foot and ankle problems including ingrown nails and athletes feet.

Z-CoiL® Fact Sheet

                                      

Z-Tech, Inc., an innovative footwear company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has designed an innovative shoe that can significantly relieve foot, leg, and back pain by cushioning impact to the body. The company is dedicated to changing people’s lives by reducing their pain and restoring their mobility. Aside from the obvious health benefits of pain relief without pills, shots or surgery, the shoes are a smart investment. Their durable construction helps them last for years.

• Like shock-absorbers for the body, Z-CoiL® footwear cushions impact with the ground by 50%, enabling people to walk, run, and even stand on hard floors for hours in comfort.
• These spring-heeled shoes also return 40-50% of your energy, reducing fatigue. 

• The shoes are custom-fitted in order to provide the wearer with the maximum pain-relief benefits possible.
• The shoes can be adjusted in many ways to compensate for over-pronation, supination, or sore spots.
• Because the shoes incorporate a medical-grade orthotic support, a few insurance companies offer some level of reimbursement with a doctor’s prescription.
• Available in over 20 different styles (and growing) and colors, including athletic shoes, dress shoes, hikers, and protective-toe work boots.
• Though the shoes may appear unstable, the conical coil in the heel compresses straight down rather than tipping, creating greater stability than in regular shoes. It is possible to have a "cover" to hide the coils on the Z-CoiL® if necessary.

Jennifer W. and Mary Z.'s Retail Jobs Were Taking Their Toll, Until Z-coil Shoes!

Jennifer White works at the Greenlake Safeway Pharmacy.
She stands all day so her knees and back used to hurt at the end of the day.
Six years ago she was introduced to Z-coil shoes.
With this purchase she now owns two pairs of Z-coil footwear.
She says "These shoes are awesome. I no longer have the pain in my knees and back."

Mary Zinniewic is also pictured. She works at the Issaquah Home Depot.
With this purchase she now owns three pairs of Z-coil shoes. The styles of Z-coil shoes she owns are the Z-trek, light blue and now grey athletic shoes.
Six years ago a friend who works at Boeing showed Mary her Z-coil shoes.
Her feet used to ache so much all the time. The pain made her cry at night.
The Z-coil shoes helped so much, "I never have pain".

We are so glad to have these two women as return customers sharing their testimonials.


After enduring many years of symptoms, these stories and seeing our customers obtain relief wearing Z-CoiL shoes, are very heart warming to us. We want you to come in, try on these impact reducing Z-CoiL shoes and see how they can help relieve your pain. No appointment is necessary to try on the Z-CoiL shoes. Call 206-786-0064 to confirm store hours. Please ask for more information about our plantar fascitis treatment kit and about our different styles of arch supports.

Tracy introduces Shona Dudley to Pain Relief from Z-CoiL shoes

Tracy has been wearing Z-CoiL shoes for 5 years and now owns 3 styles: the Z- Walker Black, Freedom black, and the Z-treks (pictured). She just purchased her fourth, a pair of black High Desert Hiking boots. She bought her first pair of Z-Coil shoes in 2008 while Z-CoiL shopping for her clients at the Portland store.
Tracy has been a counselor for the state of Oregon since 2006.
When someone asks about her shoes she answers:"My Z-CoiL shoes help relieve my back pain. I have had back pain ever since a motorcycle accident in 1988." The accident was caused by a woman, while distracted by her car air conditioner controls, turned left broadsiding Tracy.
 She sustained a tibial plafond leg fracture with subsequent surgical repair with plates and screws.
When Tracy fell at work in 2002, she aggravated her symptoms and sustained l5 spinal compressions.
 She no longer rides her motorcycle to avoid risk of worsening her symptoms.
Tracy and Shona came all the way from Portland to our store for several reasons. They combined an Eagles concert at Key Arena, shopping in Seattle at "Your 2 Feet" for Z-CoiL shoes in Capital Hill, AND a 6 year anniversary celebration enjoying a wonderful meal at the top of the Space Needle Skyview restaurant.
Shona tried on her first pair at "Your 2 Feet" after seeing Tracy's years of pain relief testimonial. Her big toe pain convinced her to give Z-Coil shoes a trial.  She says,"I wish I had been wearing these shoes 20 years ago. I was waiting for the coils to be covered since she climbs steep ladders at work."
Shona works at Providence Medical Hospital in facilities maintenance. Her job entails being on ladders a lot. She walks three to four miles a day in steel toed shoes at work.
Shona bought two different styles. A pair of Z-CoiL work boots caught her eye because they come with covers. Then her heart was set on buying the grey and pink cruiser style. The cruisers had to be stretched in order to not aggravate the bone spur on top of her big toe.

Both Tracy and Shona Z-CoiL shoe coils were adjusted for pronation while waiting in the store.

Shona has had her toe problem for 3 years. Her chiropractor sometimes will adjust her sore toe which helps flexing the foot for at least a month. Massage on the tendons of the foot also helps stretch her foot tendons. Shona's mom has the same condition so it's a congenital defect. She has no history of an injury. Her toe pain is affected by the weather.
 She says," Theses shoes are so comfortable. Normally I have such a hard time fitting shoes. I am delighted that these shoes work, with minor adjustments, right out of the box. I appreciate  the fitting service  at the store as well."
She put away the shoes she wore in so she could wear her Z-CoiL shoes out of the store.

After enduring many years of symptoms, these stories and seeing our customers obtain relief wearing Z-CoiL shoes, are very heart warming to us.
We want you to come in, try on these impact reducing Z-CoiL shoes and see how they can help relieve your pain.

No appointment is necessary to try on the Z-CoiL shoes. Call 206-786-0064 to confirm store hours. Please ask for more information about our plantar fascitis treatment kit and about our different styles of arch supports.

Daniel and Salome Shopped at "Your 2 Feet" in Seattle for Z-Coil shoes

Daniel Lester recently came into our pain relief center "Your 2 Feet" on Capitol Hill. Two months after he started working at Harborview he saw a vender from "Your 2 Feet" selling the Z-CoiL's 12 years ago. He has been wearing Z-CoiL shoes since at Harborview Hospital. He has purchased several styles of Z-coil: Freedom black, blue and white and all white. He walks more than 5 miles a day on concrete floors as a respiratory therapist. He says his feet started "killing me at work.  Now I exclusively wear the Z-CoiL shoes to relieve my foot pain."

He tells people, "Z-CoiL impact reduction works similar to a shock on a car. I can't jump higher, but I am nicknamed Tigger at work."

Salome is a nurse at UW. She has worn the Z-CoiL shoes for three and a half years. She first saw the shoes in Arizona when some people at the hospital were wearing them. She did her CNA schooling in Arizona. At that time she had pain in her entire back from standing too long. She suffered from spinal compression. Z-Coil shoes relieve the pressure from the spinal nerves. She gets less compression and her pain is now manageable. She used to have to go to the chiropractor. She always recommends the Z-Coil to people she meets. This is her second pair: Mary Jane style and her first pair were the Bella. She has a brand new baby three months old.

After a Car Accident, Translator Barbara Hughes, Works Now Without Pain

Barbara Hughes moved from South Korea 22 years ago and has been working as a translator in the U.S.A since then. Currently she works at the Livingstone Church, in Lakewood. Her job requires her to stand in one place for long periods of time.

Seven years ago Barbara Hughes had a car accident. Afterwards she had terrible foot pain that limited her standing and walking. She noticed she was gaining a lot of weight because her pain limited her ability to exercise. 

When she was in Albuquerque seven years ago she noticed a store selling Z-coiL shoes, which turned out to be the headquarters for Z-coiL shoes. Willing to try the pain relief shoe, she bought her first pair.

 Now she wears only Z-coiL shoes since they provide her with pain relief. She is so happy to be able to continue working as a translator without pain because she wears the Z-CoiL shoes. She has been able to be active to control her weight gain.

After buying four pairs of Z-coiL shoes at the Tumwater location, she has been generous giving her shoes away to friends suffering from pain. Coming from from Lakewood now she shops here since the Tumwater store closed.  She bought her friend Cinyoun, pictured left, a pair of Z-Coil shoes, the Daydream style. 

Barbara bought two more pairs of Z-CoiL for herself here at  "Your 2 Feet", a Z-coil and pain relief store, located  in Seattle, WA.1201 Pine St. at the base of Capital Hill. She has added the brown trek Z-coiL shoe and the black sandal to her collection. 

At the same time she rejuvenated her current pair of black athletic by purchasing a new pair of coils and insoles. These shoes are several years old.

People from all walks of life have discovered the effectiveness of these pain relief shoes. You can be the next person telling others about your success story. Call 206-786-0064 for more information.

Injured Former Military National Guard, Amy Hall, Gets Relief With Z-CoiL

          Amy Hall is a former military Army National Guard stationed in North Carolina. She was trained as a teletype operator. Amy was injured while in the Army and was not able to go overseas. During her duty she was required to run, but she was only able to do slow running. During a 6 mile run a fellow guard told her she was going too slow. She tripped after the fellow soldier apparently whacked her hip. After tripping, her right hip was going one way, her left hip was going another way. Going to physical therapy and a chiropractor may have made her symptoms worse.
           After so many years undiagnosed, Amy went to a genetic clinic. She was diagnosed with Ehlers–Danlos syndrome four years ago. This is an inherited connective tissue disorder, caused by a defect in the synthesis of collagen. Amy's grandfather had a history of repeated dislocations. Her brother in Texas suffers dislocations daily.
          She has repeated joint dislocations caused by potentially anything, even her sleeping position. Her muscles relax, her shoulder slides out and dislocates. Her symptoms are exacerbated, since childhood to the present, if she overdoes activity.
          Six years ago, while pregnant with her son, her symptoms worsened.She gained 200 pounds and developed other health problems from not being able to exercise. Since it is a dominant gene, her son will be flexible. A daughter would potentially have had a worsened prognoses. Her son Gabriel is able to run so he doesn't walk.
         Then she discovered the benefits of wearing Z-CoiL shoes four years ago. "They gave me life back", she says. Her first pair of of brown boots was purchased here at "Your 2 Feet" in Seattle at 1201 Pine St.

         She says, "I have lost 40 pounds because I can walk now! My foot, ankle, shoulder, all my joints are so much better. I do not have to take daily nightly pain meds since wearing Z-CoiL shoes".
         As a civilian she does medical transcription.
        If someone approaches Amy inquiring about the Z-coiL shoes she tells them, "These are the best shoes. These shoes are not toys. They are for any kind of pain-lower back on down".
          Cindy Eastlund is also pictured. She is wearing her first pair of Z-Coils, a pair of leather lace shoes (Z-Walker) purchased the day this photo was taken.

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First Time Biotrek Shoes Come Try Them For Yourself!

Bio-Trek is a brand created by Z-Coil which features a built-in orthotic --- but no spring system. Its a perfect product for those who need Z-CoiL's but cannot wear Z-CoiL's due to work requirements, or those who prefer or more conventional looking shoe. 

 Don't let its conventional look make you assume this is a conventional shoe. This is a piece of equipment that will protect your body from life's daily impact.

 Next built in their famous Z-Orthotic which is extremely rigid. The Z-Orthotic keeps your feet and ligaments stable preventing foot pain, plantar fascia and heel spurs. Impact is absorbed with a polyurethane mid-sole.

Please visit us at the Seattle "Your 2 Feet" store at 1201 Pine St, 98101.

Call us for more info: 206-786-0064. Biotrek are the shoes with the orthotics built in. Get these 3 styles while they last-limited quantities. Other Biotrek styles are not on sale.

Sergi Chernishov-Wears Zcoil Shoes For Four Years

Sergi started wearing Zcoil shoes four years ago. He has 4 pairs of Zcoil shoes. He has been wearing Zcoil shoes to ease the pain in his right knee, caused by cartilage deterioration. He learned about the shoes from his uncle when he shared his good experience wearing the Zcoil shoes.

Sergi and his wife Svetlana have been married for 21 years.
 They met in Russia and now live in Vancouver Canada. They come to "Your 2 Feet" in Seattle from Vancouver looking for another pair of Zcoil shoes.

Sergi is a drywall taper and has been doing flat ceiling restoration for the past 25 years. Sergi's boss is promoting safety so he has recommended slip resistant and steel toed shoes.

Sergi currently owns four Zcoil styles: Santa Fe dress, blue and white tennis shoes (freedom), white walkers and a pair of sandals.

He says, "Since the shoes make you an inch taller, your feet are an inch from the ground. This (difference acts as a barrier to water) which keeps your feet drier". He is very pleased with the benefits he has received for wearing Zcoil shoes.

Our Seattle store "Your 2 Feet" is his favorite source of Zcoil shoes for the past 4 years. Please call 206-786-0064 for more information. We are located at 1201 Pine St in Seattle, WA 98101

Z-coil Success and Newlyweds From Match.com: Pamela and Leonard Goodman

Pamela has been wearing Z-coil shoes for the past five years. She is well stocked in the different styles: two pairs of the the z-walkers, a pair of sandals and hiking boots. She made the trek from Bainbridge to our store in Seattle, "Your 2 Feet" to add a pair of white Freedom's (tennis shoe) to her repertoire.
She was introduced to the Z-coil shoes by a Costco worker who checked ID's. Leonard did further research on the computer, came in to buy a pair of Lynco arch supports and decided to try the Z-Coil footwear as well. He's been wearing the same pair for five years.
Pamela OTJ injury motivated her to try the pain relief footwear-Z-coil. Her job at Pacific Coast Evergreen entailed lifting and repetitive turning. While twisting she heard a pop and ruptured her discs 15 years ago. She had radiating pain to her legs and suffered from foot drop and fallen arches, even after surgery. Then arthritis set in.
She quit her job at Pacific Coast and worked in Home Care for two years. Now she is a homebody practicing her passion of embroidery. Her dining room contains an embroidery machine, Serger Jet air threader. She works on quilts from baby to queen size. Her living room contains a 10' long arm machine; she rolls a trolley cart that circles on a frame stretching and matting. (forgive me Pamela, and embroiderers everywhere, if I messed all that up).
The Z-Coil shoes have relieved her back pain. She has so much foot pain when she tries regular shoes, she doesn't want to go without her Z-CoiL footwear.
Pam met her husband Leonard six years ago from Match.com She wanted to meet someone who lived on the Island (Bainbridge). She lived in the "boonies" near Port Orchard. He lived in Silverdale-close enough for courting.
Leonard works for wavecable.com. He works for the government building/sautering for the army, air force airport, etc.. He makes the cables that bring us the things that make our lives easier. He crimps and sauters= jacketing? He feet used to feel "heavy" until he tried the Z-coil footwear.. He lost 50 pounds so now his feet have hurt less.
Pamela is walking the treadmill two miles on an incline and has lost 40 pounds. She suffers from restless leg and needs leg and back massages. When they used Nutrisystem they lost weight, but it all came back as soon as they stopped. Now they have started a lifetime commitment to green juicing. Walking with the Z-coil helps her pain.
People ask "are the zcoil shoes comfortable?"; "do you like the z-coil shoes"?
She replies "Yes, I Love Them! I wouldn't wear any other shoes. I refer these shoes to friends and family."

Louise Roby Looking For Love Finds Z-coil

There are many reasons for people to migrate from southern California to Seattle. Love is found in interesting places and the heart leads the way. Romance (and then marriage in 2002) motivated Louise to make the leap of love. Louise met her husband by chance on the Internet. It wasn't an Internet dating service. They were on a website forum for retired people discussing a shared passion: physics. Her husband has a bachelor science degree in physics. She is well read on the subject and says "I love physics". He thought it was cool she was interested and said, " I have never a woman that was interested in physics." Their long distance relationship lasted for three years, flying between the states to be together.

Louise retired to move here. She was a recycle coordinator for the city of LA airport for twenty two years. She was a low level manager in the maintenance department. I was the "Queen of Trash", a trashy lady.

In 2003, Louise R. was looking for an electrical parts store in Bellevue. The electrical store was no longer there. It had been replaced by a Z-coil shoe store (no longer in business). The store employee, just arriving, invited them to come try on Zcoil shoes.

Since she was suffering from back pain, Louise was intrigued when she heard the premise behind the design of the shoes was for impact reduction. Over the years she has purchased six pairs of Zcoil styles: High desert hiking boot, a grey and black Mary Jane style, freedom black (tennis shoe) and two pairs of sandals. With today's purchase of the latest Zcoil 2.0 style, the Daydream, she now owns seven pairs of Z-coil shoes. Love brought about her move to Seattle, and it was here she was introduced to Zcoil shoes by happenstance.

What should be of importance to folks Louise says is "I can go longer, faster and get lots of mileage with the Zcoil shoes. Whenever I wear Tiva's or flat sandals my back pain returns because of all the pressure."

She says," I dont' want you to go out of business. I want to buy these shoes from you in person, not on the Internet. I'm 'selling' the idea of Z-coil shoes all the time. When someone asks me about my 'weird shoes', I tell them the point is they were made for athletes for runners to reduce stress on their joints. I have told people I know with RA how they should try out the Zcoil shoes."

When Louise was diagnosed with plantar fascitis, she added wearing orthotics inside the Zcoil to obtain the relief she was seeking.

She has just purchased the new 2.0 style which were designed with a lower profile arch. This clog style she chose are, "These are really good. I normally hate shoes and think of shoes as foot prisons, torture chambers. These are more comfortable than most shoes, a good fit, but they have more room across the arch. I think it is the elastic stretching in the arch of this shoe thaat feel better than most shoes. They're 'cool' and I want to wear them out today."

Louise is currently a mixed fiber media artist. She has joined a group of artists she trained with at the fiber arts certification center at the UW called "Fiber 19". They plan on displaying their art at shows. These dates are to be listed in the surface designer magazine and website (membership required).

Louise is a true advocate for Z-coil shoes. She now owns seven pairs of Z-Coil and volunteers her testimony to whoever inquires and recommends them to her friends. We appreciate you Louise!

Seattle Mayor McGinn Visits "Your 2 Feet" in Capitol Hill

Mayor McGinn discusses issues pertinent to business owners in Capital Hill with Dr. Lotchie Kerch, proprietor of "Your 2 Feet" offering foot solutions for foot, leg and back pain.

                                           Capitol Hill is experiencing a total makeover.
A multi-use high rise is being built on the west side of "Your 2 Feet" making parking scarce during heavy construction days and garbage pick up sporadic.
Parking is a hot topic in Capitol Hill with the new green meter machine per street realizing a rate increase.

A community meeting followed our meet and greet. Discussing the closure of the Bahous, a beloved coffee shop on Melrose and Pine St., elicited a passionate debate-developing vs. preserving. A multi-use new construction site is planned for the building housing the Bahous.

Shoplifting and crime has markedly diminished because of the dog park and the high rise construction west of us on Pine.

                               Visit our store at 1201 Pine St. when you are hungry.
Melrose Market, Taylor Shellfish Farm (freshly caught and prepared shellfish), and Terra Plata Restaurant have established our block as Capitol Hill's version of New York's restaurant row.
There's a butcher shop, a cheese shop, a wine shop, deli and more.
You won't lack of great places to eat in this block. Next door is the Baguette Box (soups and sandwiches), followed by L'il Woodies (shakes and burgers) and Machiavelli's (Italian food) on the corner. Vietnamese pho and sandwiches are served across the street.

We appreciate Mayor McGinn's hands on approach to discussing our community's issues.
Thank-you mayor for visiting us at Your 2 Feet in Seattle WA 98101

Adrian Doll Volunteers as Retired Carpenter in Zcoil's

Adrian came in to Your 2 Feet, 1201 Pine St., to purchase his third pair of Z-coil's recently.

In this picture Adrian is wearing his first pair of well traveled white Freedom Z-coil shoes.

He has been wearing Z-coils for the past 10-11 years. In addition to the Z-Coil's pictured here, and a pair of black freedoms, he now has a pair of the black Z-walker style of Z-coil's.

                      After Adrian retired as a cabinet finish carpenter, he and his wife traveled around the US in their RV for thirteen years. After first seeing someone wearing the Z-coil shoes in Arizona, he spent two years studying Z-coil shoes. He questioned Z-coil wearers as to how they worked for them and how they liked the shoes.

                     Pain motivated Adrian to seek relief from the Z-coil shoes. He suffered from sciatica and even now he will have to crawl to the couch if he slips into a pair of regular shoes. Wearing Z-coil shoes controls the pain, it doesn't cure it.

                     When Adrian was asked for more personal information Adrian said, "I was born and raised in North Dakota. While I was in the air force for 6 years I was stationed in California and So. Dakota. It was very rewarding when my wife and I did volunteer work with MAPS (a Christian organization- Mobile America Placement Service- while traveling in the RV. I used my carpenter skills for assisting in maintaining MAPS buildings at camps, churches and especially helping with the teen challenge program."

                      Asked what his favorite place while driving around the country in his RV was Adrian said, "We traveled in the RV up and down the coast and all over for 13 years. WASHINGTON is my favorite! It always makes it nice and there is nothing that can beat, returning home to the Evergreen State."

                      People often ask Adrian about the Z-coil shoes. "I encourage folks with back problems to use the Z-coil shoes. The other day I saw a homeless man in Everett who was walking stooped over. I asked him if he had sciatic pain. When he said he did have sciatic pain, I told him how the Z-coil shoes helped me. I asked him if he would wear the shoes, I would give him my first pair of Z-coil shoes."

                      We are so pleased that such a kind and generous man has obtained such pain relief, from his sciatica, wearing Z-coil shoes. He has showed us another way to 'pass it on".

                      Are you ready to try the Z-coil experience? All you have to lose is your pain.      

                   

                      Your 2 Feet  206-786-0064

                    

                     

                    



Podiatrist Treats Stars (and Wanna Bes)

Chryssie Whitehead thanks Dr. Kerch with a special invitation to see her starring in the Lola role in Damn Yankees. She even meets us after her recent 5th Avenue performance.

Dr. Kerch treats stars of the stage and all the wannabes. She will provide answers and treatment options for foot, ankle or leg pain.

Call 206-786-0064 for an Appointment with Dr. Kerch, 1201 Pine St. Clinic. Seattle, Wa 98101

Former LA Actress Poses in Her Z-Coil Shoes at Your 2 Feet Seattle Store

Jennifer Lee has been wearing Z-Coil shoes for the past 6 years.  Now she has five pairs of Z-Coil shoes. She bought her first pair in Arizona after nurses she met recommended them.

Jennifer had the coils replaced on a pair of black Taos clogs during her recent visit to Seattle's Z-coil store "Your 2 Feet". The new coils replaced the five year old coils that were on her Taos clogs.

She also purchased a pair of the Daydream Z-Coil style shoe. The new Freedom 2 Daydream slip on style shoe has a lower profile.

It is best to replace the coils on your Z-Coil shoes about every year or two. The coils may look fine, but the steel coils do fatigue with diminishing effectiveness over the years. It will feel like the first time you tried on the Z-Coil shoes and you will really notice that spring in your step return when you try on a new pair of Z-CoiL shoes. It's time to replace your 5 or 6 year old Z-Coils! Come visit us at Z-Coil of Seattle, "Your 2 Feet", to step into a new pair.

The Daydream style is the newest addition to her other Z-Coil styles:  Taos Zipper, Spring Z, and a pair of grey clogs, and two pairs of Taos clogs.

She currently works as a Costco vendor.

Jennifer tells people she meets," The Z-Coil shoes have really helped my bad back and bad knees. They are all I wear. They act like shock-absorbers for your body."

Jennifer Lee used to be a game show hostess and had her own TV talk show in the day.

When I took this photo I captured her beautiful smile, wearing Z-Coil shoes, showing that spark of the stars.

Tips & Injury Advice for Common Foot and Ankle Injuries That Can Stop Runners Dead in Their Tracks

Making running part of a workout routine leads to better physical stamina and a more positive state of mind—but a detrimental foot injury can quickly stop runners in their tracks. Keeping feet healthy and pain-free can go a long way toward ensuring that every run is enjoyable, for both experienced runners and those just starting out. Following a few simple steps provided by Dr. Lotchie Kerch (APMA), before hitting the trail or treadmill, can keep foot and ankle injuries at bay.

“Some of the most common running-related foot injuries that today’s podiatrists treat are arch pain, tendonitis, and blisters,” said APMA president Kathleen Stone, DPM. “However, if runners can take just a few minutes to stretch properly pre-workout, select appropriate footwear, and see a podiatrist immediately when foot pain occurs, many of these ailments can be avoided entirely.”

In order to get the most out of each run without falling victim to injury, Dr. Kerch recommends the following:

Select a good running shoe: According to Karen Langone, DPM, president of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM), the most important running tip is proper shoe selection. “A running shoe purchase is dependent upon the type of foot and function of the foot for the individual. Runners should research shoe construction and keep in mind that footwear can vary in size from one manufacturer to the other,” she said.

Your 2 Feet is located at 1201 Pine St., the base of Capitol Hill, in Seattle, 206-786-0064. We offer a variety of manufacturers with running shoes ordered to fit and therapeutic shoes. Dr. Kerch owns and operates this Pain Relief Center. Her expert advice and having direct access to many pain relief products for the foot and ankle at the time of your visit expedites the healing process.

Select good socks: Runners should always fit shoes with the socks that they plan on wearing during a run. Socks should be made of a blend that pulls moisture from the skin, fit well and be comfortable when worn with a running shoe. The Your 2 Feet store is located at 1201 Pine St., at the base of Capitol Hill in Seattle, 206-786-0064. We have a wide selection of performance and comfort socks fabricated with materials efficient in pulling moisture from the skin-"wicking". We have Injinji Toe Socks which are performance socks beneficial in diminshing blister formation.

Stretch out and build momentum: Before a run, begin by warming up and gently stretching for 5-10 minutes, focusing on lower leg muscles. Amateur runners should start with short distances, increasing distance over time to help prevent injury. All runners should begin every workout slowly, as this allows the body to warm up further and decreases the chance of muscle strain. Runners should focus on keeping both the feet and entire body relaxed, avoid tensing or cramping toes, and run with a gait that feels the most natural. Runners should stop running immediately if any pain is experienced.

Cool down and rest: After reaching the end of a running workout, cool down and stretch for about 10 minutes. Submerging the lower extremities in an ice bath after longer runs can reduce muscle soreness, as can the use of a self-massager designed for post-athletic activities. Muscle pain is common after exercise, and minor injuries may be treated with the RICE regimen (rest, ice, compression, elevation).

Your 2 Feet store is located at 1201 Pine St., at the base of Capitol Hill in Seattle, 206-786-0064. We have therapeutic products that aide in healing specific conditions. We have five different types of arch supports, top of the line foot and ankle supports, braces, night splints and other products are designed especially for quick healing from a bunion or hammertoe to products for ankle stress and strains. After careful research, a therapy kit developed at Your 2 Feet, has been found to be beneficial for those suffering from heel pain/ plantar fascitis.

However, if pain does not resolve itself after several days—or returns immediately upon resuming exercise—runners should seek out care from Dr. Kerch, an APMA member podiatrist immediately. Frequent runners should see a podiatrist on a regular basis to maximize any running program and prevent serious injury. Dr. Kerch is a podiatric physician and surgeon, also known as a podiatrist, qualified by education, training and 30 years experience to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and structures of the leg. Dr. Kerch's medical education and training as a DPM included undergraduate education, four years of graduate education at the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, an accredited podiatric medical college, and hospital residency training. She is also Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Dr. Kerch is licensed by the state of Washington to practice podiatric medicine. Appointments are recommended by calling 206-786-0064. For more information, APMA’s Runner’s Resource page at www.apma.org/runners.  Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) is the nation’s leading and recognized professional organization for doctors of podiatric medicine (DPMs).

ER critical nurse, Mary Alice Parker, Wears Z-CoiL Even Though She Has No Pain

Mary Alice Parker has been wearing Z-CoiL footwear for the last 6 years after seeing a brochure in a doctor's office at Group Health.

As a ER critical care nurse at Group Health, Mary Alice had been wearing Birkenstock sandals. After reading the brochure about the Z-CoiL shoes, she decided to give them a try. Mary converted to the Z-CoiL shoes although,"I have no pain, but I prefer comfort, so I wear the Z-CoiLs. I usually shop at St. Vincent de Paul since I prefer to pay $20.00 for a pair of shoes. By comparison, the Z-CoiL's are pricey. I find the value outweighs the cost. I really like them." She's heard orthopedists recommend Z-CoiL's to help relieve pain for bad backs.

Before working at Group Health, Mary Alice used to work at Virginia Mason. She got her nursing training 40 years ago in Wisconsin. In addition Mary Alice has had training in family therapy. She was a nursing teacher in Wisconsin years ago. When she moved to Capital Hill she began to officially work as an RN.

"I had a period of adjustment learning how to be safe wearing the (open) coils (Z-CoiL) at work. There are sometimes 8 pumps working at once in an ER room so it is imperative to learn to step carefully over all the cords", says Mary Alice. Now she relates having no problem with cords since she has trained herself to be careful.

Her first pair of work shoes were the white Freedoms (athletic style). They lasted three years until she went hiking in Nepal. Her favorite Z-CoiL, the ones she mostly wears, are her Sidewinder Sandals. She is on her second pair of black sandals. Because of her low arches, and previous foot surgery, the rigid foot bed arch support needed adjustments. While in the store, the arches were heated to expand and lower the rigid footbed of the Z-CoiL's to accomodate and keep the pressure from rubbing on her low arches. In addition she has a pair of black tennis shoes. She now comes to "Your 2 Feet" in Capital Hill for her most recent purchase of a pair of Loryn's (tan zippered Z-CoiL) shoe.

Although Mary Alice is officially retired five years ago, she now works per diem at Group Health. Her workdays are 12 hour night shifts. Per diem allows her the flexibility to adjust her hours around her travels all over the world. She has been to all seven continents. She went to Antartica four years ago on a cruise. She traveled on a small ship, which embarked from Iceland, for a 3 month cruise. She wears her Z-CoiL sandals the most (except in Antartica), but always takes another pair along in case she wants to go hiking. A couple of weeks ago she returned from a Hawaii cruise.