11/19/2022
Custom Orthotics:
With every step, around 1 ½ times your body's entire weight lands on each foot so is it any wonder that around 75% of us will have some foot related problems?
Orthotics are prescription custom made devices that correct or accommodate your specific foot irregularities, and will comfortably restore normal balance and movement.
Who Should Use Orthotics? You may be a candidate for orthotics if:
• you frequently sprain your ankle
• you have difficulty balancing or experience frequent falls
• you have chronic heel, knee or lower back pain
• your shins hurt
• your toes are not straight
• your feet point inward or excessively outward when you walk
• your feet hurt in general.
How Do Orthotics Work? Orthotics can realign the structures of the foot and leg to correct or support poor alignment as well as muscle, tendon, and ligament fatigue that can result with inappropriate foot mechanics.
A Physiotherapist can help! Not only can a physiotherapist complete a thorough assessment of your feet, ankles, knees, hips and low back to determine alignment, movement, stability, flexibility and strength, but as movement specialists, we also assess how you use your body. If custom orthotics are appropriate for you, in conjunction with a customized home based exercise program, a physiotherapist can teach you how to maximize your function and get you back to your activity.
