ORTHOTIC INSOLES
Orthotic Insoles – Do you need them?
ORTHOTIC INSOLES
WHAT IS AN ORTHOTIC INSOLE?
An orthotic insole is a device deigned to restore your natural foot function. Many walking complaints such as heel pain, knee pain and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function.
Orthotic insoles or shoe insoles re-align the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thereby restoring natural foot function.
In addition, orthotic insole gives a more weight distribution. They take pressure of sore spots and provide shock absorption.
WHO NEEDS ORTHOTIC INSOLES?
Orthotic insoles can benefit people with foot pain or discomfort whilst involved in activities such as sport. Imbalances such as flat feet, heel pain and shin pain are known to cause discomfort.
CAN YOU WEAR THE ORTHOTIC INSOLES DURING ALL DAILY ACTIVITIES?
People who stand or walk all day, will surely benefit from orthotic insoles.
If you suffer from pain during sporting exercise then orthotic insoles can reduce the pain, especially if you suffer from shin splints.
For overweight individuals, shoe insoles will help to counteract the extra stress being placed on the feet.
WHAT SPECIFIC CONDITIONS MAY BE HELPED?
Achilles tendonitis, corns, metatarsalgia, sesamoiditis, ankle sprains, flat feet, neuroma, tendonitis, arch pain, heel pain, pronation, top of the foot pain, bunions, knee pain, shin pain, toe pain imbalance in your feet can alter the bony structure of your feet and lower legs, foot orthotics may eliminate posture problems and foot and leg pain.
DO I REQUIER A DOCTORS PRESCRIPTION TO CONSIDER CUSTOM ORTHOTIC INSOLES?
No, orthotic insoles are available in footcare stores and qualified independent suppliers. Also. Podiatrists a more medical approach may sometimes be very expensive.
WHY DO I NEED ORTHOTIC INSOLES?
Imbalances of the bones of the feet can result in abnormal foot motion (over pronation). This can impair foot function which can result in abnormal rotation of the legs and sometimes affects the knees, hips or back.
If we combine all these tremendous forces with the need for precise balance, we can see how small structural changes in the foot can make significant differences.
Orthotic insoles can help to improve those structural changes.
IF I USE ORTHOTIC INSOLES, WILL I BECOME DEPENDENT ON THEM?
No, orthotic insoles simply allow the muscles, tendons and bones of the feet and lower legs to function at their highest potential.
HOW LONG WILL MY ORTHOTIC INSOLES LAST?
Usually between 12-18months.
DOES IT TAKE TIME TO GET USED TO THE ORTHOTIC INSOLES?
Your feet need time to adjust to correct biomechanical (walking) position. Orthotics should be gradually used to begin with.
During the first 48hrs of use, use the orthotics for approximately 3-4hrs.
After this period of time it is recommended you use the orthotics for 6-8hrs. In the second week of use, the orthotics can be utilised all day.
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