Orthotics are inserts in your footwear which are designed to support your foot’s natural structure. Because they affect the way we stand and move, orthotics can change the pattern of forces and stresses throughout the musculoskeletal system. If you suffer from any of the following conditions, custom orthotics may benefit you:
There are over-the-counter shoe inserts which can be found in retail stores or online marketplaces. However, these may not be entirely beneficial. This is because they come prepackaged as a one-size fits all solution. Of course, since every person’s feet are shaped differently, generic orthotics are not as effective as those custom-made to fit a person’s unique stance and foot shape. Custom orthotics, on the other hand, have the ability to remedy biomechanical issues and serious foot ailments by providing support for the arches, distributing weight more evenly across it, which in turn prevents or relieves pain in target areas.
There are many benefits to wearing custom orthotics, including:
Those who suffer from chronic pain or long-lasting injuries may find custom orthotics to be a solution. In fact, custom orthotics often benefit those who suffer from the following conditions:
At Tannenbaum Chiropractic, we will customize your orthotics to fit your feet. Because custom orthotics address your foot problems, they allow your foot, and in turn, your whole body to function properly. As you know, getting your body to a healthy state of being is our goal!
