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What are Orthotics?
Orthotics are custom-made foot insoles (a type of arch support) which are worn inside everyday shoes and are able to be transferred from shoe to shoe. Orthotics enable the feet to be held in a more stable position during walking and standing which helps control poor foot function by allowing only certain movements to take place at specific times.

Balancing your feet will enable you to walk more efficiently and your feet, ankles, knees, hips and back will be under less strain.

Can Orthotics help?
Poor foot function often causes pain and deformity in the foot and ankle but it can also cause pain in the knees, hips and back. Poor foot function can also be associated with neck stiffness, muscle fatigue and cramp.

Sporting activities, such as running or golf, place an even greater strain on poorly functioning feet. Wearing orthotics can often help improve foot function, decrease pain and slow deterioration.

How are Orthotics made?
Orthotics normally have a rigid plastic shell with a cushioning top cover. The shell usually lasts for years but the top covers and additions need periodic replacement.

Orthotics are normally very comfortable and do not feel hard in shoes.

Ready-made insoles versus custom orthotics
Ready-made over the counter insoles may be able to help with minor foot discomfort but will not accurately control poor foot function and will probably not stop deterioration of your problem.

Who needs orthotics?

• Do you have foot, ankle, knee, hip or back pain?
• Do you have corns or calluses?
• Do you have bunions?

Orthotics may be able to help you

You already have orthotics?

• Are they comfortable?
• Do they relieve your symptoms?
• Do they fit in your shoes?
• If not then you need to have your feet scanned and new orthotics made