Foot Orthoses
Foot orthoses are prescribed for many conditions, many involving Pronation or flattening of the arches. Varying designs and materials may be used to provide one or more of the following features.
- Provide mechanical support and correction
- Relieve areas of excessive pressure by re-distributing pressure
- Reduce shock or forces at heel contact with shock-absorbing materials.
- Accommodate deformities with the use of soft, mouldable materials
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Foot Orthosis - Custom made
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Common conditions requiring foot orthotics include Plantar fasciitus, Morton’s Neuroma/Metatarsalagia and Tibialis Posterior Dysfunction. It is also common to fit foot orthotics to someone with knee osteoarthritis as poor foot position can have a negative impact on the knee.
