Custom Orthotics

Conditions Custom Orthotics Help Treat

1. Plantar Fasciitis

Inflammation of the plantar fascia can cause debilitating, chronic heel pain. Custom orthotics can help support the arch of the foot and promote proper alignment, which helps minimize inflammation in the heel.

2. Bunions

These are typically first noticed as bumps that form on the side of your big toe joint where it joins with your foot. Bunion pain often develops gradually as the big toe begins to push outward toward its neighboring toes instead of remaining parallel while walking. While orthotics will not correct a bunion deformity, they can help to control your pain and accommodate the deformity.

This condition may develop due to the following:

• Genetics
• Weakened ligaments in the foot
• Trauma
• Pes Planus foot structure (flat feet)

3. Hammertoes

Hammertoes are when your toes are stuck in a bent position. This can cause them to rub together or on the inside of your shoes. Orthotics will not correct a hammertoe that already exists, but they can help to accommodate the deformity and minimize pain without requiring surgery.

4. Abnormal Pronation

People with flat feet over-pronate, leading to a collapse of the arch in their foot. Custom orthotics can help control the position of your arch and rearfoot in some instances. Some patients may benefit from a type of custom brace that supports the ankle joint as well.

5. Arthritis

Arthritis is a degenerative joint illness that causes pain and stiffness in joints. Custom orthotics may be useful to minimize the pain and slow the progression of osteoarthritis.

6. Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetics are at risk for developing neuropathy, which typically starts in the toes. Custom diabetic orthotics are a special type of custom insert designed for patients with diabetic neuropathy. They come with a pair of special shoes, and are used to prevent ulcers, infection, hospitalizations, and amputations.

7. Go Beyond with Treating Knee, Hip, and Back Pain.

Custom orthotics also treat knee and back pain resulting from uneven weight distribution in the lower body. The main goal is to help distribute weight evenly across all joints in your lower body, so you experience less pressure on specific areas, thus reducing pain from uneven pressure.