Custom Orthotics
We offer custom orthotics to benefit people with flat feet, arthritis, and overpronation. They can also enhance athletes' performance and prevent injuries. Custom orthotics help improve overall foot function with proper targeted support and cushioning.
Investing in custom orthotics can significantly improve foot health and overall well-being. Dr. Tedman Donovan creates custom-made orthotics to adjust your feet's heels, ligaments, and bones for comfort. When fitting you for a new insert, our biomechanical assessments consider your lifestyle, dermatology, and overall health. We use non-weight-bearing moulds to design a product that will control your foot's alignment. Poor foot structure contributes to many of the problems we see.
Custom orthotics permit you to go about your daily activities better. Whether you’re an athlete or a busy grandmother, you can’t afford to be off your feet. ​
WHAT ORTHOTICS DO?
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Foot misalignment is the source of many common foot conditions, such as hammer toe, corns, and bunions. Orthotics pad and protect the contours of your feet. Using the latest technologies, our clinic will take a mould of your foot to create a custom orthotic for your shoes. Orthotics prevent further misalignment, reduce tendon and ligament fatigue, and reduce inflammation during movement.
Our clinic has a VeriScan Podiatric Scanner that utilizes the red-line laser 3D imaging technique. It can accurately and quickly capture a true-dimension digital cast of your foot. The scanner is technologically advanced and can hence complete the process very quickly. Proper footwear can enhance the quality of one’s life in incredible ways. Reach out to our clinic to discover the possibilities.
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BENEFITS OF CUSTOM ORTHOTICS
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Custom orthotics, often known as shoe inserts or arch supports, are foot supports designed to address trouble areas. They can assist in correcting a toe joint deformity, elevating the arch, and easing heel pain. Customization is crucial when it comes to orthotics.
Unlike generic, mass-produced shoe inserts sold over the counter or online, custom orthotics are made individually for your foot. They match the curves and size and provide support exactly where you need it. There are many benefits of custom orthotics:
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Corrects deformities
While discomfort is a symptom, underlying structural issues are frequently the cause. Custom orthotics help correct the underlying cause of your pain, such as collapsing or high arches, rather than disguising it.
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Relieves pressure
Cushioning and support are provided by custom orthotics, which redistribute your feet’s pressure. This is useful if you have arthritis or stand for extended amounts of time at work. Orthotics can also help prevent pressure ulcers and other diabetic foot problems.
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Improves health
You may be interested in custom orthotics because of foot pain. However, they can also benefit you if you have back, ankle, or knee discomfort, as they can significantly improve your health and condition.
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Your feet are responsible for maintaining good alignment and a healthy range of motion in your ankles, knees, and back. Altering your stride or stance to adjust for foot pain can cause pain and reduce mobility in your joints, muscles, and tendons.
This strains the back and lower extremities. Custom orthotics can help prevent these problems by restoring appropriate foot alignment. For further details or to learn more about custom orthotics in Calgary, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.