There are many reasons why your feet can hurt. Anywhere from a painful callus on the bottom of your foot, to plantar fasciitis or heel pain. Whatever the reason, most of the time if you can control the movement you can control the pain. The best way to control the movement is to see your podiatrist for custom-made orthotics.

Foot Pain

Many people with arthritis foot pain benefit from orthotic inserts. Orthotics is the science of constructing or custom designing foot appliances such as arch supports, shoe inserts, shoes, etc., to aid in preventing and correcting deformities that may inhibit normal, comfortable movement in a person. Orthotics also assists in supporting and properly aligning the foot to help improve the overall function of the body's moveable part.

Ankle Orthotics

Not only can orthotics help your feet and ankle, but they can help your knees, hip and back. Remember it starts from the bottom up. The feet are the foundation for the body. If they don't function properly, neither will the rest.

When visiting your Podiatrist, he should perform a proper biomechanical exam, discuss with you the findings and offer options that he feels are the most beneficial and cost effective for your situation. Before and after receiving your orthotics your Podiatrist will discuss with you the proper break-in period for wearing the orthotics and to ensure their fit and comfort level. They should not be painful.

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