Ever tought your problem is your feet and not your shoes?
Orthotic insoles can solve your problem!
All insoles are made after consultation with a fully qualified podiatrist and an orthotic technician in attendance
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What exactly is an orthotic insole?
An orthotic insole is designed to restore your natural foot function by re-aligning the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thus helping to alleviate problems in other parts of the body.
What exactly is an orthotic insole?
An orthotic insole is designed to restore your natural foot function by re-aligning the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thus helping to alleviate problems in other parts of the body.
Who needs orthotic insoles?
Orthotic insoles can help with Achilles tendonitis. corns, metatarsaglia, ankle sprains, flat feet, arch pain, bunions, knee pain, shin pain, and toes pain. Insoles prevent injury and deformity and allow healing to take place. There are special orthotic insoles for different sports such as tennis, football, basketball, and rugby, as well as other sports. One can also purchase specially designed insoles for conditions such as diabetes and rheumatism.
What benefits can orthotic insoles bring to your feet?
Custom-made orthotics are specialized medical devices designed to support and align various structures of the body, particularly the feet, ankles, and lower limbs. They are prescribed and created to address specific biomechanical issues, alleviate pain, improve posture, and enhance overall comfort and function. Custom-made orthotics are unique to each individual and are crafted based on a thorough assessment of the person's anatomy, gait (walking pattern), and any existing musculoskeletal conditions.
Improved foot function (for example in the case of flat feet, high arches and heel, knee and back pain). Even distribution of weight, which alleviates pressure on sore spots such as corns and bunions.
Adequate cushioning and shock absorption (which is of utmost importance to our feet, especially in old age).
Which type of custom made orthotic is most recommended?
Support and comfort are the main factors which need to be taken into consideration. The choice of an orthotic insole should mainly be based on the problem affectingthe foot. on joint motion. on weight. on presence ofsymptoms, on the types of shoes usually worn as well as on the type of activity one enjoys doing.
How are custom orthotics made?
After the podiatrist' clinical examination and a foot scan (when required). a foot impression is taken. The materials and their density will be chosen accordingly and moulded at the desired position. Each orthotic is shaped and finished to fit perfectly into the client's preferred shoes.
Can an orthotic be adjusted?
Yes, the orthotic insole can be easily adjusted to alter correction and/or improve shoe fit.
Can I clean the insole?
Yes, by using a damp cloth and soap.
All insoles are made after consultation with a fully qualified podiatrist and an orthotic technician in attendance
The mould is taken to process the insole
The mould is taken to process the insole
The foot scan shows the foot function, posture, pressure points and other information
The foot scan shows the foot function, posture, pressure points and other information
