Custom Orthotics
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What are Orthotics?
Orthotics are inserts that comfortably fit into shoes—they are designed to support and improve the function of your feet.
Health care practitioners prescribe orthotics to patients suffering from chronic foot, lower limb or spinal problems, and for athletes to help maximize performance during sport.
Foot Facts
25% of your bones are in your feet!
Your feet are a complex system of 52 bones, 66 joints, 214 ligaments, 38 muscles and tendons. It is no wonder that 75% of people will experience foot problems at some point in their lives.
The average person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day.
Your feet have an important job - they carry you throughout the day, with every step making an impact on your body. If your foot functions improperly it will have an effect on joints higher up the kinetic chain (your ankle, knee, hip and spine!) This may result in pain or discomfort in these joints.
Achieving the Proper Fit…
The toe box should have lots of room; make sure you can wiggle your toes.
Ensure the width fits properly.
Your heel should be stable within the heel counter.
Take the Custom Orthotics with you when purchasing shoes.
The shoes should feel comfortable the moment you try them on.
Orthotics can help relieve and prevent the following:
- Archilles Tendonitis
- Shin Splits
- Heel or Arch Pain
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Stress Fractures
- Plantar Fasciitis
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