Collection: Custom Foot Orthotics
What Are Custom Foot Orthotics and How Can They Help?
Custom Foot Orthotics Definition and Information
Custom orthotics are specialized shoe inserts designed to provide support, enhance foot function, and improve posture by aligning the foot and ankle. At our clinic, our podiatrists prescribe orthotics to treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, leg, and lower back conditions, helping patients experience better comfort and pain relief.
We utilize the latest technology to create custom orthotics, ensuring a precise fit tailored to your specific needs. Instead of using traditional, messy plaster molds, we use advanced computer-aided methods to capture the exact contours of your feet while they are in their corrected position. This cutting-edge approach allows us to craft orthotics with unparalleled accuracy, providing a better fit and more effective results.
How Can Custom Foot Orthotics Help And What Are The Benefits of Wearing Custom Foot Orthotics?
Custom orthotics are highly effective in alleviating and preventing pain in the feet, ankles, and knees, while also improving overall foot function. Some of the benefits include:
- Enhanced support for weight-bearing activities, boosting confidence and performance in sports
- Relief from acute and chronic sports injuries, promoting faster recovery.
- Better weight distribution and improved posture.
- Increased shoe comfort and fit, while also absorbing shock.
- Correction of abnormal foot positions to address common foot conditions and prevent worsening.
- Support for children’s growing feet, encouraging proper alignment.
- Relief from lower back pain caused by leg length discrepancies.
- Improved balance, particularly in individuals with mobility issues.
From children and parents to athletes, our clinic has helped countless people find relief and comfort with custom orthotics, and we are proud to be a leading provider of this specialized treatment.
The Process of Assessing Then Creating Your Custom Foot Orthotics
Your journey to custom orthotics begins with an initial appointment where your podiatrist will perform a comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation, including a gait assessment (walking analysis). To ensure a perfect fit, we take a detailed 3D scan of your foot, which captures the exact shape of your foot in its corrected position. This scan is measured with an accuracy of 0.1mm, ensuring a precise orthotic prescription.
If any adjustments are needed (such as adding a heel lift for leg length discrepancies), your podiatrist will show you the modifications on a high-definition monitor, so you can see the final design before the orthotics are made. Once the scan is complete, the information is sent to our lab, where your custom orthotics are crafted.
Special Features of Custom Foot Orthotics
- No messy plaster molds required.
- Precision foot scans are saved digitally, allowing for easy future adjustments or additional pairs at a reduced cost.
- Options for soft, full-length orthotics, or 3D-printed hard plastic shells for more robust support.
- Padded covers or soft leather finishes are available for added comfort.
- Our orthotics fit a wide range of footwear, from athletic shoes to dress shoes, work boots, and even ballet slippers.
Custom orthotics provide targeted, long-lasting relief for a wide range of foot and lower body conditions. Book your consultation today to learn how personalized orthotics can help you move better, feel better, and live pain-free.