Custom Foot Orthotics

An 'orthotic' is a device designed to restore your natural foot function. Many 'biomechanical' (walking) complaints such as heel pain, knee pain and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function. Orthotics re-align the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thereby restoring natural foot function. In turn, this helps alleviate problems in other parts of the body.
In addition, orthotics give a more even weight distribution, taking pressure of sore spots (e.g. the ball of the foot, corns in between toes, bunions, etc) and they provide some shock absorption.

Who needs orthotics?

Orthotics benefit people with foot, knee, back, and neck pain or discomfort due to walking imbalance

Can you wear the orthotics during all daily activities?

People who stand or walk all day will benefit from orthotics.
If you suffer from pain during any form of sporting exercise then orthotics can reduce the pain associated with your condition.
For overweight individuals, orthotics will help to counteract the extra stress being placed on the feet.

What specific conditions may be helped?

Below is a list of conditions that orthotics can help:

· Achilles Tendonitis

· Metatarsalgia

· Sesamoiditis

· Neuroma

· Tendonitis

· ankle sprains

· flat feet

· corns and bunions

· pronation

· arch, heel, top of the foot, knee, shin, and toe pain

Imbalance in your feet can alter the bony structure of your feet and lower legs. Foot orthotics may eliminate posture problems and can eliminate foot and leg pain.

Do I need a physician's prescription to get custom orthotics?

No. Dr. Fern is a primary health care professional and therefore a physicians' referral is not needed. Custom orthotics are orthotics that are especially molded to your feet.

Why do I need orthotics?

Imbalances of the bones of the feet can result in abnormal foot motion (over pronation). This can impair foot function which can result in abnormal rotation of the legs and sometimes affects the knees, hips or back. If we combine these tremendous forces with the need for precise balance, we can see how small structural changes in the foot can make significant differences. Orthotics help to improve those structural changes.

How long will my Foot Orthotic Last?

Usually between 1 to 5 years.

Does it take time to get used to orthotics?

Your feet need time to adjust to the correct biomechanical (walking) position. Orthotics should be gradually used to begin with. During the first 48 hours of use, use the orthotics for approximately 3-4 hours. After this period of time it is recommended you use the orthotics for 6-8 hours. In the second week of use the orthotics can be utilized all day.

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