Do Custom Orthotics Help?
When a patient arrives at Podiatry Foot & Ankle Institute in pain when standing or walking, custom molded orthotics are often used for treatment to correct posture or gait.
Prescription Custom Orthotics and Shoe Inserts
Clinical research has demonstrated that podiatrist-prescribed orthotics decrease foot pain and improve function. Prescription Custom Orthotics and Shoe Inserts slip into your shoes to improve your foot movement and lead to increased comfort, stability, and mobility. Because orthotics are medical devices, many insurance plans provide coverage for them.
Unlike over-the-counter insoles available at drug stores and other locations, orthotics are custom-molded just for you by a Podiatrist like Dr. Edward Harris, Dr. Neil Goldberg, Dr. Adam Rozenstrauch and Dr. Yakov Groysman. Orthotics are a sensible investment. Store-bought insoles have to be replaced every few months. Custom orthotics last for years. In the long run, they might actually cost less than those gel inserts do!
What is the Process of Making Custom Orthotics?
The process of creating your orthotics begins with a thorough examination of your feet that might include x-rays, computer scans, and other imaging.
Common Conditions Custom Molded Orthotics Treat:
Orthotics are used to treat a wide range of conditions including plantar fasciitis, bursitis, and discomfort related to foot deformities such as bunions and hammertoes.
There are 2 Kinds of Custom Made Orthotics
Functional orthotics are firm and are used to control abnormal motion and resulting conditions such as shin splints or tendinitis.
Accommodative orthotics are softer and offer cushioning and support. They can be used to treat side effects of diabetes, painful calluses on the bottom of the foot, and other uncomfortable conditions.
If foot pain is making it hard for you to be comfortable standing or walking, orthotics may provide relief. Call Podiatry Foot & Ankle Institute, located in Hackensack, Fort Lee, NJ. With access to advanced technologies, our foot and ankle doctors, Dr. Edward Harris, Dr. Neil Goldberg, Dr. Adam Rozenstrauch and Dr. Yakov Groysman can help you manage all of your foot and ankle conditions including heel pain, ankle sprains, toe deformities, fungal toenails, and plantar warts. Please schedule an appointment by calling our experienced podiatry team or book appointment online today.
