For healthy people, OTC gel or foam insoles or inserts may ease some minor foot soreness. But custom orthotics may be more helpful for those who suffer from serious foot diseases or disorders, including pain in the back or knees, or a posture or gait issue. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. […]
Custom orthotic shoe inserts are made specially from a mold of your foot, so they fit your precise foot shape’s unique contours. It makes them the perfect choice for treating your foot and ankle problems and for helping to prevent future problems (like knee, hip, and back issues) from developing in the first place. Some of […]
Custom orthotic shoe inserts and ankle support devices treat and prevent foot and ankle issues by helping to isolate and cushion problem areas, and by optimally redirecting pressure. The improved alignment improves knee, hip, and back function as well. How custom orthotics can help your feet, knees, and back too: Proper arch support—Having the […]
Orthotic shoe inserts can be created by your foot doctor to fit your exact foot shape. They can add support where needed and redirect pressure away from problem areas. Not only do custom orthotic shoe inserts treat foot and ankle problems, but also they can treat the gait abnormalities that so often contribute to pain […]
Your feet are made up of numerous components, including thirty joints, which makes them one of the primary locations for arthritic conditions to develop. Three common types of arthritis include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and trauma induced arthritis. The symptoms of the different types of arthritis tend to get worse as you age, and they consist […]
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