In
addition,
orthotics
give
a
more
even
weight
distribution,
taking
pressure
of
sore
spots
(e.g.
the
ball
of
the
foot,
corns
in
between
toes,
bunions
etc)
and
they
provide some
shock
absorption.
Who
Needs
Orthotics?
Orthotics benefit people
with foot pain or discomfort due
to walking imbalance (biomechanical
complaint). Imbalances such as Flat
feet, heel pain, knee pain and shin
pain are known to cause pain and
discomfort.
Can
you wear the orthotics during all
daily activities?
People who stand or walk all day
will benefit from orthotics.
If you suffer from pain during any
form of sporting exercise then orthotics
can
reduce 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, 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.
Chiropodist are primary
health care professional and therefore
do not need a physician's referral.
Custom orthotics are orthotics
that are especially molded to your
feet. Only a registered Chiropodist
can properly determine if you require
orthotics. The best orthotics are
formed from a plaster 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 sometimes affects 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.
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How long will my Foot Orthotic Last?
Usually between 12 to 18 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 3-4 hours. After
this period of time it is recommended
you use the orthotics for 6-8 hours.
In the second week of use the orthotics
can be utilized all day.
Custom
Orthotics
