Orthotics are a versatile remedy for many foot conditions and deformities that individuals of all ages deal with. These devices insert into your shoes to provide pain relief, foot and ankle stability, and improved mobility. They can be rigid, semi-soft, or soft, depending on a patient’s unique needs.
The knowledgeable and caring provider team at Premier Foot & Ankle is here to help you with any foot or ankle issue you’re dealing with, from bunions and hammertoe to diabetic foot care and injuries like ankle sprains.
The important thing to understand about orthotics is that you can buy drugstore versions or invest in custom-made orthotics that fit in your shoes and mold to your feet like gloves.
Over-the-counter orthotics aren’t inherently bad; they’re just limited. The targeted, personalized nature of custom orthotics makes them a superior choice for many.
Orthotics figure into many patients’ treatment plans, and we’re here to answer all your questions and concerns.
Custom orthotics offer a multitude of advantages because they’re both prescriptive, meaning they address specific problems, and preventive, meaning they can help stop a condition from worsening and progressing.
Orthotics assist by:
Orthotics benefit diabetic foot injuries, bunions, flat feet, congenital foot problems, hammertoe, plantar fasciitis, and more. Orthotics can also help and be used as a complementary treatment for individuals recovering from foot surgery.
The two broad types of orthotics are functional and accommodative. Functional orthotics address issues with foot mechanics and help direct your feet to move in certain ways. This type of orthotic is also helpful for treating injuries such as shin splints, which typically occur as a result of exercise and cause pain along your inner shin.
Accommodative orthotics are prescribed to lessen or stop pain caused by various foot and ankle conditions. These orthotics are made from softer materials so they can gently mold to the shape of your feet and offer both cushioning and support. They can be useful for pediatric patients and those dealing with diabetic foot ulcers, for example.
Custom orthotics are made to fit your feet precisely, as we noted, and they’re even better at easing pain, supporting foot comfort, and helping you move more easily.
Your Premier Foot & Ankle provider makes a plastic mold of your feet to create your custom orthotics, or they may have you put your feet into a foam box that captures their impression. They can also perform a computerized analysis of your feet to create a 3D image from which your custom orthotics can be produced.
The precision provided by custom orthotics delivers unique advantages:
The support custom orthotics provide can be a true game‑changer. They ease pain, help you move with greater ease, and let you get back to enjoying your favorite activities — and your life — more fully again.
Don’t live with foot pain or limited mobility due to foot or ankle problems any longer. Contact Premier Foot & Ankle to schedule a consultation. Call one of our five convenient Texas locations today or book your appointment online anytime.
