At Orangeville Foot Care, we provide custom orthotics to help Orangeville residents improve comfort and mobility.
Custom foot orthotics are prescription medical devices, designed to adjust and control the function of the foot and its alignment wit the lower leg.
They are used to treat/prevent injury-causing motions including excessive pronation (rolling in) and supination (rolling out) and make standing, walking and running more efficient.
Orthotics can be an essential part of long term management plan for different conditions such as diabetic wound, low arch (flat foot), high arch, foot pain, bunion, callus, corn etc.
Orthotics From Orangeville Foot Clinic
Orthotics can vary in design, materials, and cost depending on how they are made and the specific needs they address. Many insurance companies recognize prescriptions for custom orthotics provided by chiropodists, as they are regulated healthcare professionals trained in assessing and managing foot and lower limb conditions. In most cases, you do not need a referral from your family doctor to see a chiropodist.
Many different kinds of in-shoe devices are referred to as “Orthotics.” You’ll see “Orthotics” in TV infomercials, stands at consumer shows, and a growing number of retail shops. Arch supports and insoles sold in drug, sports and shoe stores are increasingly called “Orthotics.” Then there are the orthotics that chiropodists/podiatrists prescribe for their patients.
For most consumers, telling the difference between the various types of orthotics (and making an informed decision) is challenging.
Recognizing slick sales “spin” and separating it from the facts can be even more challenging.
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