There are many patients that have visited our clinic that have tried over-the-counter foot orthotics in the past. These OTC orthotics are designed based on statistically average foot shapes and foot function. They provide “general” arch support and use materials and arch heights that accommodate most arch foot types. Although OTC orthotics may provide some relief for some, there will be many that will have persistent foot problems (or other joint problems such as knee or back pain) that will not be relieved with over the counter orthotics. This is because the vast majority patients have unique foot shapes and unique ways that they move that are different from others; everyone is unique in this regard. In a situation where OTC orthotics are not helping you, more support and more correction may be required and this is where a custom foot orthotic is usually required.

Custom foot orthotics are designed to anatomically realign your feet to a more natural/neutral position. The process involves one of our healthcare practitioners taking a mold or scan of your foot, which will later be used to create an orthotic that works best for your unique foot shape and function. Custom Foot Orthotics improve the function of the foot by compensating for the existing imbalances that your feet may have. They also act to help relieve other areas of pain such as your hips, your knees or your back. Some would compare custom foot orthotics to being the prescription eyeglasses for your feet! Custom Foot Orthotics can be used to on a daily basis to treat a number of foot and muscle/joint conditions including plantar fasciitis, foot fatigue, metatarsalgia, knee pain, low back pain, arthritis, to slow down the progression of bunions, and to help prevent the need to having foot surgery.

If you would like to find out if a custom foot orthotic is right for you, visit our team at Revitamax Rehab & Wellness to speak with one of our healthcare practitioners.