Custom Foot Orthotics
The Foot & Ankle Center of Washington is the premier center for foot
orthotic therapy in the Seattle area and Northwest United States. We
take great pride in the orthotic therapy we offer our patients, and
guarantee that you will be satisfied with your orthotics.
What are Custom Orthotics?
Custom foot orthotics are prescription medical devices made from
non-weight bearing molds of your feet. They are designed to control
alignment and function of the foot in order to treat or prevent
injury-causing motions such as pronation (rolling-in) and supination
(rolling-out). They also act to make activities such as running,
walking – even standing – more efficient. Finally, they can act to
redistribute pressure on the bottom of the foot to relieve pain from
excessive pressure or calluses.
How do Custom Foot Orthotics work?
Most foot pain is the result of a faulty relationship between the bones
and muscles of the foot. Even the slightest misalignment can result in
significant discomfort. This abnormal function can result in problems
such as bunions, hammer toes, arch and heel pain, corns, knee pain ...
even back pain.
The function of custom orthotics is much more than an arch support.
Orthotics realign the structures of the foot and leg to prevent bone
mal-alignment as well as muscle, tendon, and ligament fatigue. They are
often used after surgery to help stop the recurrence of foot
deformities.
As your foot rests on the orthotic it is gently and consistently
directed into the correct position for walking, running, and standing.
Because your foot is now functioning properly, the pain of muscle
strain and pressure points is relieved, and the progression of
deformities is stopped or slowed.
Production of Custom Orthotics
Proper production of custom orthotics is an exacting process and
determines whether or not you receive quality devices that will best
treat your condition. As with everything, there are well-made orthotics
and poorly-made orthotics. The ability of an orthotic device to
eliminate your pain is dependent on the quality of the orthotics. The
quality of the orthotics is dependent on three primary steps:
- The cast of your feet
- The prescription the doctor writes (based on the examination and
the doctors knowledge and experience
- The work of the orthotic lab in producing your orthotics
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Douglas Hale, DPM & Lawrence Huppin, DPM
Foot and Ankle Center of Washington, Seattle
The material provided on this web site is for informative purposes only.
If you need specific medical advice, please contact the office for an appointment.
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