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Custom Foot Orthotics
An 'orthotic' is a device designed to restore your natural foot function. It fits comfortably into your shoes. Many walking (biomechanical) complaints such as heel pain, knee pain and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function. Orthotics re-align the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thereby restoring natural foot function. In turn this helps alleviate problems in other parts of the body like the lower back.
In addition, orthotics give a more even weight distribution, taking pressure off sore spots (e.g. the ball of the foot, corns in between toes, bunions etc) and they provide some shock absorption while you walk.
Who needs orthotics?
Orthotics benefit people with foot pain or back pain due to walking imbalance (biomechanical complaint). Imbalances such as Flat Feet without foot support cause arch pain, heel pain, knee pain, shin pain and back pain.
Can you wear the orthotics during all daily activities?
Yes. People who stand or walk all day will benefit from orthotics.
If you suffer from pain during any form of sporting exercise or activity, orthotics can help by reducing the pain associated with your condition.
For overweight individuals, orthotics will help to counteract the extra stress being placed on the feet.
What specific conditions may be helped?
Below is a list of all the conditions that orthotics can help.
Achilles Tendonitis, Corns, Metatarsalgia, Sesamoiditis, Ankle Sprains, Flat Feet, Neuroma, Tendonitis, Arch Pain, Heel Pain, Pronation, Top of the foot pain, Bunions, Knee Pain, Shin Pain and Toe Pain. Imbalance in your feet can alter the bony structure of your feet and lower legs, foot orthotics may eliminate posture problems and foot and leg pain.
Do I need a physician's prescription to get custom orthotics?
No. Dr. Moss is a primary health care professional and therefore, you do not need a physician's referral. Custom orthotics are orthotics that are especially molded to your feet not someone elses feet. Only a qualified Chiropodist can properly determine if you require orthotics. The best orthotics are formed from a cast rather than a computer foot pad and the orthotic needs to be made by a Chiropodist.
Why do I need orthotics?
Imbalances of the bones of the feet can result in abnormal foot motion (over pronation). This can impair foot function which can result in abnormal rotation of the legs and can affect the knees, hips or back. If we combine these tremendous forces with the need for precise balance, we can see how small structural changes in the foot can make significant differences. Orthotics help to improve those structural changes.
How long will my Foot Orthotic Last?
Usually between 12 to 36 months.
Does it take time to get used to orthotics?
Your feet need time to adjust to the correct biomechanical (walking) position. Orthotics should be gradually used to begin with. During the first 48 hours of use, use the orthotics for approximately 1-3 hours. After this period of time it is recommended you add an hour every day until you are wearing them all day.
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