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The term “orthotic” is defined as an external device used to modify function of a body part. It generally applies to professionally made or prescription devices but is also used loosely by non-medical personnel to define a large range of over the counter products.
True prescription custom foot orthotics are designed to modify foot and ankle function and are available from podiatrists or similarly trained practitioners. Most over the counter foot inserts tend to be arch supports and may be sold at retail outlets. Many people can benefit from a store-bought arch support but need to realize that such items are never custom devices.
Prescription orthotics may have a number of components designed to modify foot function and gait. Some of the more important components are known as posts which are angular wedges incorporated into the orthotics to change the way in which the foot contacts the ground. Orthotics may include arch support but that is often not a major part of the foot orthotic. Other components incorporated into prescription foot orthotics may include apertures designed to remove pressure from painful areas or flanges which come up along the side of the orthotic and designed to stabilize the foot. We utilize over 58 different potential orthotic modifications to help the orthotic improve foot function.
The foot orthotic prescription is based on a biomechanical exam performed by a specialist. Podiatrists are specialists who are trained exclusively in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle disorders and have years of training in biomechanics of the lower extremity along with courses in orthotic design and fabrication.
The prescription and fabrication of custom foot orthotics is process that involves a number of steps:
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A podiatrist, also called a doctor of podiatric medicine, is a specialist who provides medical diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle problems, such as bunions, heel pain, spurs, hammertoes, neuromas, ingrown toenails, warts, corns and calluses.
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