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Shantz Orthotic Solutions Inc.

Helping people walk with less pain since 2005

HAVE SORE FEET? Shantz Orthotic Solutions Inc. has been operating in London, ON since 2005.

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https://shantzorthoticsolutions.janeapp.com
2 Pedorthists available, on-site lab for fabrication, London ON
🇨🇦 owned, female owned and operated As Canadian Certified Pedorthists, C. Ped (C)'s, we specialize in custom made foot orthotics to relieve foot, ankle, knee and hip pain, as well as correcting gait abnormalities. After taking a medical history, assessing the lower limbs both weight bearing and non-weight bearing, we are able to video a person's gait to determine if custom made foot orthotics would be beneficial. We use our unique SOLE Technique to set us apart from other orthotic clinics. We provide stabilization using orthopaedic fundamentals of gait with our carefully layered and engineered technique to build your foot orthotics. We also have the training and capability to do footwear modifications (ie lifts, flares), and custom footwear. We can measure and fit for both Performance-Grade (15-20 mmHg) and Medical-Grade (20-30 and 30-40 mmHg) compression socks to help with your sore, swollen and tired legs. All work is done at our on-site lab. A physician's prescription is required for all custom made foot orthotics.

01/19/2026

Do you workout barefoot 🦶???⠀
Or do you wear shoes?⠀
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While there’s really no right or wrong answer to the question, much of it is personal preference. ⠀
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Personally, I like wearing shoes, unless I’m doing yoga. I love the feeling of support under my arches, and knowing that my knees line up over my feet for squats and lunges, and my balance works better. For ME I’m much more comfortable doing a HIIT workout or heavy lifting wearing shoes (with my orthotics of course!) 😜⠀
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Cindy is a client who disagreed with me. Cindy prefers going barefoot or just minimal footwear. She finds the shoes cause her to rock forward and lose her balance too easily. Her shoes often dig into her foot and cause cramping in the arches. Cindy likes to feel all her muscles 💪🏻 working while holding proper form. ⠀
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Neither way is right. Neither way is wrong. You need to do what works best for you to create a stable, comfortable base, and which will minimize the chance of injury. Listen to your body. Experiment with and without shoes. ⠀
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What do you prefer? Working out with shoes or barefoot????

01/16/2026

So many of our clients are going on vacation!! 🌴🛫

Do you have your compression socks packed for the plane ride? Because at elevated elevations, reduced air pressure, and sitting for a long time in a plane, blood pools in our legs causing pain and swelling. And if not treated preventatively, you may start your vacation in pain and unable to walk. Or even worse, getting a blood clot and starting vacation in the hospital.

Compression socks help keep the blood pumping in your legs rather than pooling. Swelling is reduced with wearing these socks and there’s less of a chance of getting a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in your legs.

What to look for in a compression sock:
🛫 Compression of at least 15-20 mmHg (these are considered off-the-shelf or non-medical socks)
🦵 Graduated compression throughout the sock. That means you should feel the same amount of squeeze at the ankle as at the top of the calf.
📏 Socks that take into account your ankle and calf circumference, not just foot or shoe size
😬 Try your socks for a few days BEFORE you get on the plane!!! Make sure no pinching or discomfort when you wear them.

Unsure what to look for? Call us to come in to be measured properly and we can help get you something that fits and does the trick.

01/15/2026

Shoe modifications is our expression of art 👟 🎨

All the lifts that have come through our doors recently has kept us busy. We have tons of clients with leg length differences who all depend on us to create works of art with their shoes. Because if they look like Frankenstein shoes, who actually wants to wear those???⁣⠀
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At Shantz Orthotic Solutions, we take a lot of pride in making your shoes functional, but also fashionable. For us, it's a huge reward watching your face go from scared to amazed when we show you your shoes!⁣⠀

The majority of shoes we see at the clinic for modifications are for clients with a leg length difference.
However, other modifications we have done are stretching, arch cookies and/or metatarsal pads on shoes that don't accommodate orthotics, and also creating more support in a shoe with a buttress.
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Want to see what we can do? Take a look through our profile to view some of our shoes!

01/14/2026

Earlier this week was our last day at the Chatham clinic. We met so many wonderful people and the support was incredible. However, sometimes we must make difficult choices in business in order to keep ourselves healthy and to follow our passions. We welcome our Chatham patients with open arms at our London clinic and can’t wait to help@you take better steps towards your own healthier version. Thank you Chatham for this wonderful chapter and we hope to see you soon 🥰
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01/13/2026

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) or non-arthritic knee pain 🦵

PFPS is a broad term used to describe pain in the front of the knee and around the patella, or kneecap. It is sometimes called "runner's knee" or "jumper's knee" because it is common in people who participate in sports — particularly females and young adults— but PFPS can occur in non-athletes, as well. The pain and stiffness caused by PFPS can make it difficult to climb stairs, kneel down, and perform other everyday activities.

Many things may contribute to the development of PFPS. Problems with the alignment of the kneecap and overuse from vigorous athletics or training are often significant factors.

Symptoms can often be relieved with conservative treatment, such as changes in activity levels or a therapeutic exercise program. Custom-made orthotics may be beneficial to improve alignment of the joint as well as supportive footwear to reduce impact on the joint. The use of a knee brace to assist with tracking and alignment can also be used until the joint is strengthened or if conservative measures aren't enough (more on this tomorrow 👀)

01/12/2026

Do you ever wonder what makes our orthotics unique to other clinics? 🤔

Over the years, Christy has developed and used her SOLE technique to design orthotics that are specific to the wearer. The SOLE of your foot is important for you to walk and move everyday. If your SOLE hurts, you are unable to do the activities you love and that hurts the SOUL.

Don't stop doing what you love due to pain in the feet or legs, let our SOLE Technique impact your SOUL by getting you back out doing what you love! 🥰
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01/08/2026

Feet can be fascinating 🤩 I know, I know... Many people look at feet and think "ew gross!!" 🤢

I used to be one of them, but now I find them fascinating! Imagine seeing the same trait in 4 generations of feet!! Like any part of us, our feet get passed down from our parents. Some people get mom’s feet, some get dad’s, some get one of each. Or sometimes it skips a generation, so maybe you end up with Grandma’s feet!!!

I’ve worked with 4 generations of feet over the years and have watched the children have children!! When they started having kids, I did mention that with their family history, we should be keeping an eye on how the kids’ feet develop.
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I find it absolutely amazing to see how similar feet can be in a family. Next time you’re at a family reunion, take a look at each other’s feet 🦶 Did you get Grandma’s bunions? Did you get Uncle Tom’s long, skinny toes? Who has high arches and who has flat feet? Do your feet look like your siblings’ feet?

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01/07/2026

Client question: why do ankles and feet hurt so much during menopause?

Joint pain is a common symptom experienced by many woman during and after menopause. This pain is often linked to the decline in estrogen levels, which can affect joint health and inflammation. While the exact mechanisms are still being researched, estrogen plays a role in maintaining cartilage, bone health, and reducing inflammation, all of which can be affected during menopause.
Menopause can cause hormonal changes that affect connective tissues and joints, leading to muscle aches, pains, and stiffness, including in the feet. Orthotics can be a valuable tool for managing foot pain during this time. Not only can they help redistribute the pressures on your feet, but can also provide stability to the joints and better alignment for the whole body.

While not all women experience joint pain, it's important to be aware of this potential symptom and discuss concerns with a healthcare professional.

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01/06/2026

Happy 2026!! We have lot of new faces on our page 🤗 We are so excited to meet you all and we wanted to tell you a little bit of what you could expect at your first appointment with us ⬇️

📝 First, we start with a health history of your feet! What brings you in, previous injuries, treatments you have tried, activities, your goals, and anything else pertaining to the legs and feet. The more information we gather, the better we can determine the best way to help your feet
👣 We then perform a biomechanical assessment. This is done while you are both standing and sitting. This gives us an idea of how the feet and legs are positioned with the rest of your body. It also helps us to find any potential deformities or conditions that can be the root of the pain
🚶The gait analysis portion is when we have you walk for us. We have you walk our runway and take a video of you so we can show you how your gait any potential abnormalities
👟 We also like to review what footwear you are wearing and assess wear patterns and quality of the shoe for you (i.e. is it firm or flexible, does it fit properly, is it the right shoe for the activities you are doing)
🗣 Finally, we like to discuss potential options with you. After gathering all of the information from your assessment, we can determine a treatment plan for your. This could mean you just need new footwear, options for compression or bracing, off-the-shelf vs custom-made orthotics, or perhaps even discussing you go to another health-care professional such as a physiotherapist or massage therapist. Every case is different and there is not a one-size-fits-all treatment plan

If you'd like to book an assessment with one of our Pedorthists, call or book online! Even if you're just interested in learning about your legs and feet we would love to meet you 🤩

Address

219 Oxford Street W. Suite 103
London, ON
N6H1S5

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.ShantzOrthoticSolutions.com/

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Shantz Orthotic Solutions Inc. has been operating in London, ON since 2005. As Canadian Certified Pedorthists, C Ped (C)'s, we specialize in custom made foot orthotics to relieve foot, ankle, knee and hip pain, as well as correcting gait abnormalities. After taking a medical history, assessing the lower limbs both weight bearing and non-weight bearing, we are able to video a person's gait to determine if custom made foot orthotics would be beneficial. We also work with Sole customized arch supports, have the capability to do footwear modifications (ie lifts, flares), and custom footwear. All work is done at our on-site lab. A physician's prescription is required for all custom made foot orthotics.