Custom Molded Orthotics - Solving Foot Problems
Do you have foot pain? Read on to know more about custom moulded orthotics and the benefits of using them.
What is Custom Moulded Orthotics?
Custom moulded orthotics are medical devices specifically designed to provide support by acting as shock absorbers and ensuring your feet are comfortable. It can provide vital support to the foot and correct biomechanical abnormalities that place excessive stress on your feet, joints, muscles and soft tissues. It provides stabilization, relieves the pain of strain and restores proper foot function.
Functional orthotics
Use bio-mechanical applications to influence the foot's motion and alter the forces acting on it to improve foot function. These are corrective and are very prescriptive.
Accommodative orthotics
It can be made with soft material for support and cushioning. It is used to offload a particular area of your foot for pressure relief; it uses an option for alleviating symptoms caused by diabetic foot ulcers, calluses on the soles of a person's feet, or discomfort from other symptoms.These are made to the foot as is.
What are the benefits of Custom Molded Orthotics?
These types of custom-made orthotics are designed for pressure relief on sore spots caused by foot deformities and walking/gait disorders. Foot orthoses help to correct foot position problems. It can also treat conditions such as flat feet, plantar fasciitis, ankle pain, heel spurs, bunions, hammertoes, and many other foot deformities, as well as certain knee, hip, and back conditions.
The great benefit of wearing custom prescription functional orthotics is improved gait biomechanics. The effectiveness of custom orthoses is significant, and they are a great way to relieve your foot pain and legs, as well as increase your stability, as they can be customized for the individual’s specific needs by determining the foot structure, including how each person walks, runs, and lands their feet.
Why Choose Stephen Zucal South Perth Podiatrist for Custom Molded Orthotics?
Custom moulded orthotics are designed after a podiatrist conducts a complete assessment of your feet, ankles, and leg structure. It is done so that the orthotic will be able to accommodate the contours of your feet precisely and joint abnormalities.
Stephen Zucal South Perth Podiatrist, is very experienced in assessing and treating many foot problems. There are years of experience with orthotics, so you can be confident that we will provide the best quality orthotic for your needs.
FAQs
FAQ's About Custom-Moulded Orthotics
What are heat moulded Orthotics?
A heat-moldable orthotic is a medical device that is made from Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA). It is a soft accomodative type of orthotic but moldable with heat to match the shape of the feet.It is a bit like a mouthguard.
Are good feet orthotics worth it?
Custom orthotics are built for the specific needs of your feet. The price is definitely worth it; it can save you money in the long run compared to spending money on prefabricated orthoses, which can be unreliable and made from lower-quality materials. People with foot problems find relief by wearing customised orthotic devices which normalize foot mechanics and reduce pain while walking.
Are custom orthotics better than over the counter?
A Podiatrist prescribes it after complete evaluation of your feet. These devices can be the perfect solution for patients with localised foot pain and relief from different foot conditions, such as bunions, hammertoes, and pain in the arch of the foot. It reduces stress on the lower extremities as well as minimizing muscle fatigue.
Custom foot orthoses are made specifically for a patient’s foot based on a complete diagnostic test and prescription of minimising The purpose of using orthotics is to correct abnormal motion or foot imbalance that may be contributing to pain and discomfort in your feet, which can fit in most types of shoes.
Which insoles do podiatrists recommend?
Custom orthotics, which are specially-made devices to provide the best fit for your foot, can be expensive. These insoles can wear quickly and are available in-store or even online. For this reason, many Podiatrists recommend off-the-shelf products first. Insoles are used for extra foot cushions from preventing foot or heel pain which often can fit in any shoe. Common recommended orthotic insoles by Podiatrists are:
- SuperFeet Carbon Full-length Insoles
- Redi-Thotics Flex Orthotic Insoles
- SOLE Signature EV Ultra Footbeds
- Powerstep Original Full Length Orthotic Shoes Insoles
- AIRPLUS Orthotic Shoe Insole for Extra Cushioning
Why is there a break-in period?
Soft tissue changes more gradually than hard material, so it may take time to adapt. Though some people can walk in their custom orthotics right away, this change does not happen overnight.
Should I wear orthotics all the time?
If your podiatrist prescribes orthotics, you should wear them as prescribed. Neglecting to wear them could worsen any injuries to the muscles and tendons.
Do custom orthotics really work?
Prescription orthotics are more than just a heel pad or shoe insert you can buy at most athletic stores. They’re a highly customized shoe inserts made for your feet, as recommended by the doctor.. People who wear them report less pain when walking, standing, They are made customized to fit your feet and arches precisely so that they can accommodate and correct your anatomy depending on the problem.No two feet are the same!