Custom Foot Orthotics
How do Custom Made Foot Orthotics Work?
Custom foot orthotics are specialized inserts designed to fit inside shoes, providing personalized support and alignment for an individual's unique foot structure. These medical devices are carefully crafted based on a detailed assessment of a person's feet, gait, and specific needs. While over-the-counter insoles are widely available, custom orthotics offer a higher level of precision and effectiveness in addressing various foot-related issues.
The use of custom foot orthotics is quite common, with many people benefiting from their corrective properties. They help reduce pain by redistributing pressure, improving foot alignment, and providing targeted support to areas of the foot that need it most. Many individuals report noticeable improvements in comfort and reduced pain within a few weeks of consistent use, although the full benefits may take several months to manifest as the body adjusts to the new support.
One significant advantage of custom foot orthotics is that they are often covered by extended medical plans, making them an accessible treatment option for many people. This coverage reflects their recognized medical value and effectiveness in treating various foot-related conditions.
Family doctors frequently recommend custom foot orthotics as a first-line treatment for foot pain. This approach is favored because it's non-invasive, has few side effects, and has shown consistent success in alleviating pain and improving foot function. By addressing the root cause of many foot problems, orthotics can often provide relief without the need for more aggressive interventions.
Custom foot orthotics can help with several common injuries and conditions, including:
1. Plantar fasciitis: Orthotics provide arch support and cushioning to reduce strain on the plantar fascia.
2. Flat feet or fallen arches: They offer additional arch support to improve foot alignment and function.
3. Heel spurs: Orthotics can redistribute pressure and provide cushioning to alleviate pain from heel spurs.
4. Metatarsalgia: They help redistribute pressure across the ball of the foot, reducing pain in the metatarsal area.
5. Bunions: Orthotics can help slow the progression of bunions and reduce associated pain.
6. Achilles tendinitis: By improving foot alignment, orthotics can reduce strain on the Achilles tendon.
The use of custom foot orthotics is quite common, with many people benefiting from their corrective properties. They help reduce pain by redistributing pressure, improving foot alignment, and providing targeted support to areas of the foot that need it most. Many individuals report noticeable improvements in comfort and reduced pain within a few weeks of consistent use, although the full benefits may take several months to manifest as the body adjusts to the new support.
One significant advantage of custom foot orthotics is that they are often covered by extended medical plans, making them an accessible treatment option for many people. This coverage reflects their recognized medical value and effectiveness in treating various foot-related conditions.
Family doctors frequently recommend custom foot orthotics as a first-line treatment for foot pain. This approach is favored because it's non-invasive, has few side effects, and has shown consistent success in alleviating pain and improving foot function. By addressing the root cause of many foot problems, orthotics can often provide relief without the need for more aggressive interventions.
Custom foot orthotics can help with several common injuries and conditions, including:
1. Plantar fasciitis: Orthotics provide arch support and cushioning to reduce strain on the plantar fascia.
2. Flat feet or fallen arches: They offer additional arch support to improve foot alignment and function.
3. Heel spurs: Orthotics can redistribute pressure and provide cushioning to alleviate pain from heel spurs.
4. Metatarsalgia: They help redistribute pressure across the ball of the foot, reducing pain in the metatarsal area.
5. Bunions: Orthotics can help slow the progression of bunions and reduce associated pain.
6. Achilles tendinitis: By improving foot alignment, orthotics can reduce strain on the Achilles tendon.
We are proud to offer 2 week turnout times for our Custom Foot Orthotics.
Had orthotics in the past from another clinic? No problem! If you have them please bring them in for the assessment. We can learn a lot from previous pairs.
Had orthotics in the past from another clinic? No problem! If you have them please bring them in for the assessment. We can learn a lot from previous pairs.
Those with private insurance?
- We are PROUD to be on the Canada Life and Sunlife Provider approved list! Our specialists are also covered by all other insurance plans (GWL, Blue Cross, OTIP, etc..)
- We will provide you with all the proper paperwork for a simple and fast submission for reimbursement. Insurance companies do not allow us to direct bill on the patient's behalf.
- We are PROUD to be on the Canada Life and Sunlife Provider approved list! Our specialists are also covered by all other insurance plans (GWL, Blue Cross, OTIP, etc..)
- We will provide you with all the proper paperwork for a simple and fast submission for reimbursement. Insurance companies do not allow us to direct bill on the patient's behalf.
What makes us different?
When it comes to custom foot orthotics, quality and expertise matter. At our clinic, we believe that orthotics are not just a product—they’re part of a comprehensive service aimed at improving your foot health and overall quality of life.
Our foundation is built on professional training, clinical experience, and a commitment to patient satisfaction. We take pride in seeing our patients recommend our services to their family and friends, a true reflection of the trust we’ve earned.
Discover the difference our expertise can make in your foot health. Invest in custom orthotics that are designed specifically for you.
Our foundation is built on professional training, clinical experience, and a commitment to patient satisfaction. We take pride in seeing our patients recommend our services to their family and friends, a true reflection of the trust we’ve earned.
- Certified and Trained Experts: With certifications as a Certified Pedorthist from the University of Western Ontario and a Chiropodist from the Michener Institute, we bring extensive knowledge and hands-on expertise to each patient’s care.
- Over a decade of Experience: Our team has more than ten years of experience in both clinical assessments and manufacturing custom orthotics from scratch, ensuring precision and attention to detail. This has been their passion since 2010.
- Trusted by Professionals: We were honoured to be the official orthotic provider for Halifax’s professional basketball team, a testament to our ability to meet the needs of athletes at the highest levels.
- Gold Standard Casting Techniques: We use the gold standard in casting techniques, widely recommended and approved by insurance companies, to ensure an optimal fit for your custom orthotics.
- Award-Winning Lab: Your custom orthotics are produced by an award-winning, off-site lab that is PFOLA accredited, ensuring that the highest standards of manufacturing are met.
- 6-month Warranty: We stand by the quality of our materials and products, offering a 6-month warranty for your peace of mind.
- Insurance-Ready: At your pick-up appointment, we provide all necessary paperwork to make submitting claims to your insurance provider hassle-free.
Discover the difference our expertise can make in your foot health. Invest in custom orthotics that are designed specifically for you.
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Common Treated Conditions:
- Plantar Fasciitis - Metatarsalgia - Bunions - Low Back Pain - Shin Splints - Knee Pain (patellofemoral) - Heel Spurs - Painful Calluses - Pes Planus - Diabetes - Neuropathic Conditions |
Helpful Notes to the Public:
- Please be aware of custom orthotic suppliers who only have you walk on a pressure pad to get impressions of your feet. This method is often used because it is cheap and quick. They do not represent your foot's ideal position, and are not a 3D image of your foot. It is impossible to make a custom orthotic without a 3D image.
- Companies or businesses that supply Free Shoes with purchase of Custom Orthotics is insurance fraud. A number of clinic have been closed down in Ottawa because of this. The provider is also frauding the patient. Orthotics provided in these deals are over-the-counter orthotics and not custom to your foot.
- Please call your insurance company to find out the details of your coverage.
- Please be aware of custom orthotic suppliers who only have you walk on a pressure pad to get impressions of your feet. This method is often used because it is cheap and quick. They do not represent your foot's ideal position, and are not a 3D image of your foot. It is impossible to make a custom orthotic without a 3D image.
- Companies or businesses that supply Free Shoes with purchase of Custom Orthotics is insurance fraud. A number of clinic have been closed down in Ottawa because of this. The provider is also frauding the patient. Orthotics provided in these deals are over-the-counter orthotics and not custom to your foot.
- Please call your insurance company to find out the details of your coverage.
