As a result of their intrinsic structure, the feet are vulnerable to injuries. Foot pain that interferes with your normal activities is an indication that something is wrong and that you should seek medical help.
A custom made orthotic is device designed to align the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. Custom made foot orthotics help your feet maintain their structural and functional balance as you stand, walk or run. They look like insoles, but are biomechanical medical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. Custom made orthotics work for your feet much like glasses work for your eyes – they reduce stress and strain on your body by bringing your feet back into proper alignment. The body of the custom orthotic helps to re-align the foot by redirecting and reducing certain motions that take place during the gait cycle. Custom orthotics fit into your shoes as comfortably as an insole and they have the advantage of having been made after a complete biomechanical examination, gait analysis and from a precise mold of the feet.
Benefits of Therapy
Custom made orthotics are helpful in treating:
- Back pain
- Shin splints
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Achilles tendinitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Heel spurs
- Bunions
- Metatarsal stress fractures
- Arch strain
- Short leg
- Calf pain
- Ankle pain
- Calluses
