Orthotic Inserts
Podiatrist uniquely designed foot support
Orthotics are customised foot inserts that help improve the way our feet function.
They are used effectively to take pressure away from sore, injured and painful areas of our feet.
Orthotics are made to the specific needs of each individual person based on how your feet, ankles, knees and hips move together.
They help optimise how we function- like prescription glasses for our eyes!
Orthotics are commonly used for:
Plantar Fasciitis / Heel Pain
Achilles Pain
Knee Pain
Shin Splints
Stress fractures
Ankle Instability / Pain
In particular lateral and anterior joint pain
Morton’s Neuroma/Numbness in Toes & Feet
Callus and corn formation
Bunions
Arthritic Conditions
Pain in Children
Specifically to treat and provide for healthy development
how do i know if i need orthotics?
At Heal Focus Podiatry we undertake a thorough assessment of your feet to see if you would benefit from orthotics. This includes:
- Foot and Leg assessments involving specific measurements to check foot function and a video walking/running assessment.
- 3D scans of your feet taken to create an exact likeness of your foot in it’s corrected position.
- A customised prescription along with 3D scans of your feet is then sent to a orthotic laboratory to be manufactured.
Your podiatrist will then arrange a fitting appointment and subsequent review to ensure the orthotics adequately support your feet and fit into all shoes appropriately.
Treating the donut, not just the hole
Orthotics are used effectively when treating foot and leg pain.
It’s important to know they are always part of the overall treatment plan, which means they are used best in combination with other treatments.
Let us get to the bottom of your problem
If you want to know more about orthotics & whether they might help you, call our clinic or book an appointment online.