May 22, 2013

Basic Information About Customized Shoe Orthotics

By Kathryn Neal


Custom shoe orthotics are inserts that are placed in shoes that are made specifically for that person. They are personally fitted to the wearer's shoe size, shape of their foot and any foot problems they are dealing with.

A physician might prescribe a patient shoe inserts for a variety of reasons. These prescription inserts are helpful for treating ailments like flat feet, bone spurs, plantar fasciitis or a chronic problem with pain. They are also used as a treatment option for many cases of spinal ailments.

Often, people try to treat their foot pain by purchasing orthotics from a store. These inserts might be helpful for some, but with the limited materials used for construction, they aren't always the best option. The price is very inexpensive and unfortunately this is what draws many people to these store bought options. This can be especially appealing when a person doesn't have medical coverage to help with the cost of prescription inserts.

One of the biggest cons of this choice, however, is that store bought inserts don't usually work very well. They are created to fit a general group of the population which means they sometimes don't fit the wearer as good as they should. A serious foot problem needs something more. Even though the cost is more, custom inserts work much better for most individuals because they are made specifically for them.

Another problem users often encounter is new problems being created by inserts bought from the store. A mistake in the type of support can be a bigger issue then the original problem not being addressed. Doctors can prevent this by doing tests to determine exactly what the problem is and creating a plan to help. The doctor can also be certain the inserts are for the problems the patient is experiencing.

Either a doctor or a chiropractic specialist can help with an orthotic fitting. They will take measurements and pictures of the feet and those this information will be sent to a lab that creates the inserts. The lab will then begin creating a pair of orthotics that tailor to that person's specific problems. This entire process usually takes about a week, but the time frame can vary.

The biggest difference between custom and store bought shoe inserts are their construction. Customized varieties are made with a variety of materials, unlike their store bought counterparts. This is because the material that will best suit the person's issues are chosen so that the inserts are most effect for treatment.

Prescription orthotics can be created to handle just about any amount of weight. Added support can be placed in areas like the heel or arch, if needed. Quality materials, such as leather, are used to make them as comfortable as possible as well. All of these things make them the superior choice.

Chronic foot pain and other feet or spine related issues can effectively be treated with prescription shoe orthotics. A simple visit to a family physician or a chiropractor can quickly get anyone the help they may be needing for these types of issues.




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