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Adam Kemist of Healthy Bare Feet offers a comprehensive look at your activities and foot mechanics while offering real life solutions to your discomforts.

Adam Kemist C.Ped is a board-certified Pedorthist and certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner. A Certified Pedorthist is a health care professional who provides biomechanics expertise, knowledge of footwear, and design and fabrication of custom insoles and orthotics. As a Pedorthist, Adam is qualified to create prescribed foot orthoses, as well as create custom insoles for his clients. Adam is an avid runner and his experience has helped him to not only have firsthand experience with many of his client’s discomforts, but also to help with real world solutions. This experience helps Adam relate to what walkers and runners go through. Adding his 20+ years of training and studying the field of biomechanics makes him very effective in relieving and preventing injuries. Adam owned The Runners High and On Your Mark specialty running and walking stores in Los Altos and Menlo Park, CA for over 20 years.

04/05/2024

As the weather begins to change if you are struggling with issues that are keeping you from reaching your goals book an evaluation. This is a great way for me to spend time with you looking into your concerns and helping you to understand what is going on. From what we learn we can put together a path forward.

The goal is to keep you moving and prioritize your well-being. Healthy Bare Feet is here to help you reach your goals.

To help you reach your goals appointments can be made online or by reaching out to me directly. Orthotic re-orders can be done by emailing me. All services are mobile so if you live with in 25 miles of Redwood City I will come to you.

Online Bookings Options

Foot Evaluations
Orthotic Fittings
Kinesio Tapings
Orthotic Re-fittings

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01/08/2024

Happy New Year!

I just wanted to touch base and wish you and your family a wonderful start to the new year.

To help you reach your goals appointments can be made online or by reaching out to me directly. Orthotic re-orders can be done by emailing me. All services are still mobile so if you live with in 25 miles of Redwood City I will come to you.

Online Bookings Options

Foot Evaluations
Orthotic Fittings
Kinesio Tapings
Orthotic Re-fittings

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05/12/2023

Where to find shoes

Many of you met me as the owner of On Your Mark or The Runners’ High - the specialty running stores I owned in Los Altos and Menlo Park. With the recent closing of A Runner’s Mind in Los Altos, you may be looking for a new resource for footwear. I can help.

For those looking for a local store to support, I recommend visiting Jim Gothers and the team at Fleet Feet Menlo Park. (Some of you may know this as the original location of The Runner’s High.) Sports Basement also carries a wide selection of quality footwear.

If you need more assistance, I can meet you at one of these locations for a footwear fitting appointment, either in conjunction with a gait analysis or evaluation, or as a stand alone service.

For the highest level of care and also convenience, I offer in-home appointments where we can discuss and evaluate your unique footwear needs and then I will provide you with a curated selection of footwear.

Footwear suggestions based on your needs are also a part of Evaluations, Gait Analysis, and Orthotic Fitting appointments.

When it comes to footwear, fit is more than just the size on the box. There are other factors to consider; the unique shape of your foot, any injuries you may be facing or trying to avoid, what you are using the shoes for, and your body’s mechanics. What’s trending or what has worked wonders for a friend, may not be the best for you. Together we can find the right shoes to fit your needs.

If you’d like to schedule a footwear fitting appointment, please email me.
Evaluations, Gait Analysis, and Orthotic Fitting appointments can be booked online.

Let's keep your feet happy and healthy.

Available Services

Evaluation

During an evaluation, we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Gait Analysis

During a gait analysis, we'll look at the details of your feet and your walking or running mechanics. You'll receive a path for recovery plus drills to help you make positive adjustments in your mechanics to help prevent future discomforts and keep you active.

Great for student athletes!

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Love your orthotics but tired of moving them between shoes? Email me to order an extra pair.

If you prefer not to meet in person, Video Evaluations and Footwear Recommendations are also available.

In-Home appointments available within 25 miles of Redwood City, Ca.
Please contact me to discuss options if you are outside of the service area.

Questions?
Have a question or can't find an appointment time that works for you?
Reach out to me by email any time.

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02/18/2023

It's been a minute

I hope this reaches you well. It might have been a while since I have seen you and hopefully that is for all good reasons.

We are all busy these days and I wanted to reach out and let you know that all of my services are 100% mobile which means that I will be coming to you to save you time and travel. So if you, a family member or your best buddy is struggling with feet or lower leg issues or needs new orthotics reach out to me to book an appointment.

Let's keep your feet happy and healthy.

Available Services

Evaluation

During an evaluation, we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Gait Analysis

During a gait analysis, we'll look at the details of your feet and your walking or running mechanics. You'll receive a path for recovery plus drills to help you make positive adjustments in your mechanics to help prevent future discomforts and keep you active.

Great for student athletes!

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Love your orthotics but tired of moving them between shoes? Email me to order an extra pair.

If you prefer not to meet in person, Video Evaluations and Footwear Recommendations are also available.

In-Home appointments available within 25 miles of Redwood City, Ca.
Please contact me to discuss options if you are outside of the service area.

Questions?
Have a question or can't find an appointment time that works for you?
Reach out to me by email any time.

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09/15/2021

I'm often asked by potential clients how I can help with specific lower leg concerns or which type of appointment they should book. So I've started adding the answers to the Healthy Bare Feet blog (https://cpedkemist.wixsite.com/healthybarefeet/blog) !
What questions do you have?

Evaluations

Not just for athletes!

Begin the season with an Evaluation to stay on track.
Whether you are training for a race or building up your fitness, now is a great time to schedule an evaluation to address any ongoing issues or stay ahead of the pitfalls that occur during training.

During an evaluation I will take a detailed look at the feet, gait and bio-mechanics, and how your current footwear is working for or against you. We will then develop a plan to prevent or treat any injuries or discomforts, and discuss best practices for foam rolling and other recovery tools. Custom insoles or orthotics, if necessary, can be made for sports-specific footwear, running shoes, and daily footwear.

Coaches- Team evaluations are available during your weekly practices or at Run Club meetings. Email Adam for more details.

Price Increases

Due to an increase in the production costs, the price for custom insoles and orthotics increased on October 10th, 2021. Any appointments booked before October 10th will get the current pricing.

Price increase beginning October 10th, 2021
Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Evaluation and Fitting $550
Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Refitting $350
Custom insoles/ Orthotics Re-order $275
Evaluations/Gait Analysis $175
Kinesio Taping $85

In-Home appointments (http://healthybarefeet.com)
All appointments are available in the comfort and convenience of your home or office.

If you aren't able to find a day or time that works for you or if you have questions about what services would be right for you, please send me an email.

Which appointment is right for me?
You'll find answers to this question and others on the Healthy Bare Feet blog (https://cpedkemist.wixsite.com/healthybarefeet/blog) !

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06/24/2021

Summer Time!

After the positive response over the last year, I've decided to continue offering in-home appointments at least through the summer. I can see you in the comfort and convenience of your home or office.

I have expanded my hours for the summer. If you can't find an appointment time that works for you, send me an email and we will find a time.

Summer is a great time to book appointments for students.

Let's keep your feet happy and healthy.

Available Services

Evaluation

During an evaluation, we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Gait Analysis

During a gait analysis, we'll look at the details of your feet and your walking or running mechanics. You'll receive a path for recovery plus drills to help you make positive adjustments in your mechanics to help prevent future discomforts and keep you active.

Great for student athletes!

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Love your orthotics but tired of moving them between shoes? Email me to order an extra pair.

Appointments available

Monday and Thursday 9 am-1 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday 9 am-7 pm
Alternating Saturdays 12-4 pm

In-home appointments available within 25 miles of Redwood City, Ca.
Outside of 25 miles, travel time will be billed at my hourly rate. Please contact me to discuss options if you are outside of the service area.

Questions?
Have a question or can't find an appointment time that works for you?
Reach out to me by email any time.

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02/26/2021

Spring is in the Air

While we still have a few weeks before it's officially spring, the sun is shining and I am thankful for that.

It's been almost a year since I've seen clients in clinic and I am looking forward to being able to begin that again soon.

Until that time, I continue to offer all of my services in-home or other outdoor space at the in-clinic pricing.

Let's keep your feet happy and healthy.

Available Services

Evaluation

During an evaluation, we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Gait Analysis

During a gait analysis, we'll look at the details of your feet and your walking or running mechanics. You'll receive a path for recovery plus drills to help you make positive adjustments in your mechanics to help prevent future discomforts and keep you active.

Great for student athletes!

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Love your orthotics but tired of moving them between shoes? Email me to order an extra pair.

Following current CDC protocols, we can meet in the comfort of your back or front yard or other outdoor space. This gives room to stay safe and for you to walk and run during the evaluation.

If you prefer not to meet in person, Video Evaluations and Footwear Recommendations are also available.

Appointments available

Tuesday - Wednesday - Friday 9 am-7 pm
Alternating Saturdays 12-7 pm

In-Home appointments available within 30 miles of Redwood City, Ca.
Please contact me to discuss options if you are outside of the service area.

Questions?
Have a question or can't find an appointment time that works for you?
Reach out to me by email any time.

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09/02/2020

Adam's top 3 techniques to make your feet happy

There's one thing most of my clients have in common, their feet hurt! These three techniques help to relieve tension in the lower legs and alleviate some of the common aches and pains in the feet.

2. Stretches for Calves and Hamstrings
Start with these simple stretches

With your heel off of a step or curb, gently lower your heel down, holding for about 15 seconds. This should be a gentle stretch for your calf.

Touch your toes. Slowly bend at the waist, keeping the legs straight, reach for your toes. Take a deep breath in and on exhale, reach a little lower. Again, this should be a gentle stretch.

Try to do these stretches a couple times during your day after you've been up and walking around.

3. Foam Rolling

You can use any foam roller, but my favorite is the PHLX foam roller system (https://phlxtherapy.com) , developed by Mark Fadil of Sports Massage Institute in Palo Alto.

These videos provide great instruction for proper rolling technique.
Calves (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-Y6aHOXjsg)
Quads (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpdgQojdLzU)
Hamstrings (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ps-K2eC-YKw)

If you're reading this and thinking "Adam! That's 6 things, not 3!" or that you aren't quite ready to incorporate all 3 techniques into your day, that's ok!

Starting with the Foot Rubz and rolling your calves will get you on your way and your feet will thank you for it.

All of my services are now available in-home or other outdoor space.

Following current CDC protocols, we can meet in the comfort of your back or front yard or other outdoor space. This gives room to stay safe and for you to walk and run during the evaluation.

If you prefer not to meet, Video Evaluations and Footwear Recommendations are also available.

Let's keep your feet happy and healthy.

Appointments available

Monday - Friday 9am-7pm
Alternating Saturdays 12-7pm

In Home appointments available within 30 miles of Redwood City, Ca.
Please contact me to discuss options if you are outside of the service area.

Available Services

Evaluation

During an evaluation we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Love your orthotics but tired of moving them between shoes? Email me to order an extra pair.

Questions?
Have a question or can't find an appointment time that works for you?
Reach out to me by email any time.

Click here for an update from Adam Kemist - Healthy Bare Feet !

08/07/2020

Evaluation on the driveway?
Orthotics in the backyard?
Kinesio Taping in the Gazebo?

YES!

All of my services are now available in-home or other outdoor space.

Following current CDC protocols we can meet in the comfort of your back or front yard or other outdoor space. This gives room to stay safe and for you to walk and run during the evaluation.

If you prefer not to meet, Video Evaluations and Footwear Recommendations are also available.

Let's keep your feet happy and healthy.

Available Services

Evaluation

During an evaluation we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Love your orthotics but tired of moving them between shoes? Email me to order an extra pair.

Questions?
Reach out to me by email any time.

Click here for an update from Adam Kemist - Healthy Bare Feet !

05/27/2020

I hope you and your family continue to stay healthy and finding ways to keep active.

I am continuing to adapt my business and connect with my clients while we are still Shelter in Place. Let's keep your feet happy!

Whether you have increased your activity level or are active in new ways, you may be experiencing some discomforts or questions about footwear. I can help.

I am continuing the 20% discount on Custom Insole/ Orthotic Re-orders. No in-person appointment necessary. You can email me or click on the button below to place a reorder.

In-Home Appointments

With the weather getting warmer I am offering In-Home services for In-Clinic prices. Following current CDC protocols we can meet and evaluate in the comfort of your back or front yard. This gives room to stay safe and for you to walk and run during the evaluation. As always we will deal with your concerns, answer questions and put together a 'going forward' plan to get you feeling better and developing best practices to be preventive into the future.

Video Evaluation

If we cannot meet in person, I can still help you address any foot discomforts or concerns you may be having. I am offering 30 minute Zoom or FaceTime appointments for $50. We will discuss your current footwear, activity, and any concerns you may have as well as a basic biomechanical evaluation.

30 min Video Evaluation: $50

Footwear Recommendations

Are you more active now? Or maybe active in a new way? Maybe you just need some guidance on shoes.

Book a Footwear Recommendations appointment and over email I will provide you with links to specific footwear options from local retailers offering delivery or curbside pick up.

Simply answer a few questions about your favorite shoe and provide a few images or short video and I will provide you with recommendations tailored to your specific needs, concerns, and activities.

Personalized Footwear Recommendations: $20

20% Discount on Re-Orders

This is a great opportunity to get an extra pair (or two!) of your Custom Insoles or Orthotics. While we are Sheltering in Place, I am offering a 20% discount on Re-orders. I will fine tune them before they are delivered to your home and if additional adjustments are needed, I will make those when we can meet back in person at no additional charge.

Custom Insole/ Orthotic Re-Order Regular Price : $220
Special Shelter in Place Price: $175

Please Share!

The great thing about offering virtual services is that I can not only help you, but also your friends and family that live all over the Country. If you know someone that might benefit from some Healthy Bare Feet, please share!

Thank you for your support during this time,
Adam

Questions?
Reach out to me by email any time.

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04/03/2020

I hope you and your family are healthy and finding ways to stay active.

These are strange days and we are all adjusting to a new way of life. I have come up with a few ways to continue my business and connect with my clients while we Shelter in Place. Let's keep your feet happy!

Whether you have increased your activity level or are active in new ways, you may be experiencing some discomforts or questions about footwear. I can help.

I am also offering a 20% discount on Custom Insole/ Orthotic Re-orders. No in-person appointment necessary.

Video Evaluation

While we cannot meet in person, I can still help you address any foot discomforts or concerns you may be having. I am offering 30 minute Zoom or FaceTime appointments for $50. We will discuss your current footwear, activity, and any concerns you may have as well as a basic biomechanical evaluation.

30 min Video Evaluation: $50

Footwear Recommendations

Are you more active now? Or maybe active in a new way? Maybe you just need some guidance on shoes.

Book a Footwear Recommendations appointment and over email I will provide you with links to specific footwear options from local retailers offering delivery or curbside pick up.

Simply answer a few questions about your favorite shoe and provide a few images or short video and I will provide you with recommendations tailored to your specific needs, concerns, and activities.

Personalized Footwear Recommendations: $20

20% Discount on Re-Orders

This is a great opportunity to get an extra pair (or two!) of your Custom Insoles or Orthotics. While we are Sheltering in Place, I am offering a 20% discount on Re-orders. I will fine tune them before they are delivered to your home and if additional adjustments are needed, I will make those when we can meet back in person at no additional charge.

Custom Insole/ Orthotic Re-Order Regular Price : $220
Special Shelter in Place Price: $175

Please Share!

The great thing about offering virtual services is that I can not only help you, but also your friends and family that live all over the Country. If you know someone that might benefit from some Healthy Bare Feet, please share!

Thank you for your support during this time,
Adam

Questions?
Reach out to me by email any time.

Click here for an update from Adam Kemist - Healthy Bare Feet !

03/14/2020

What can Healthy Bare Feet do to help?

In an effort to do my part to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 effective immediately, and until further notice, I will offer my In-Home services at In-Clinic prices. This will allow me to further serve those that need help with their foot problems but cut down on the interaction with larger groups of people. This will include everything from evaluations to Kinesio Tapings to orthotic fittings. We need to keep up good physical and mental heath during this time.
There will be a few less available times as I have build in the travel time needed to get around the Bay Area.
When you book an appointment at any of my locations you will have the option to choose 'where' you would like to appointment to take place. If you choose 'In-Home' you will be asked to enter the location that you would like to the appointment to occur at.
I am practicing CDC recommended habits to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me.

Which appointment is

right for me?

Evaluation

During an evaluation we'll look into what is hurting and what muscles are involved. You'll get a better understanding of what is going on with your feet and a plan going forward of how to recover and preventative steps to keep you feeling good.

Gait Analysis

During a gait analysis we'll look at the details of your feet and your walking or running mechanics. You'll receive a path for recovery plus drills to help you make positive adjustments in your mechanics to help prevent future discomforts and keep you active.

Custom Insoles or Orthotics

If you have been prescribed orthotics by your health care provider or you would like to discuss if custom insoles would be appropriate for you, booking a Custom Insoles/ Orthotics Fitting is the place to start. Custom insoles and orthotics can be made for any type of footwear.

Appointments
PT Works, F.I.T., Cupertino Chiropractic Center, In-Home
Booking now allows you to choose the location for the appointment.

If you aren't able to find a day or time that works for you or if you have questions about what services would be right for you, please send me an email.

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Los Altos, CA
94022

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 3pm
Wednesday	8am - 3pm
Friday	1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16504000520

Website

http://www.healthybarefeet.com/

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