NEW HAMBURG CUSTOM ORTHOTICS

Custom Orthotics are mechanical aids that fit into your shoes as comfortably as an insole - and they have the advantage of having been custom-made from precise imprints of your feet.

Custom Orthotics keep the feet in their most efficient alignment, allowing the bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments to work at 100% efficiency. This allows for correcting faulty foot mechanics by normalizing motion and offering shock absorption.

Custom Orthotics can also enhance weight-bearing activity for individuals by improving and supporting mechanical function which can help relieve symptoms in many regions including the low back, hips, knees, calves, ankles, feet, and toes.

Custom Orthotics can be made with different degrees of support, cushioning, materials, styles and sizes that are specific to the symptoms and needs of the individual.

Custom Orthotics can be beneficial for many conditions. Your healthcare practitioner may recommend you wear orthotics for:

• Arthritic joints
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Arch or heel pain
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Improving muscle function in your legs
• Leg, hip, knee, ankle, foot and back pain
• Decreasing swelling in the legs and ankles
• Improving physical and athletic performance
• Localized foot pain, bunions, or hammer toes
• Supporting flat feet (Pes Planus) or fallen arches
• Reducing pain related to muscle soreness after physical activity

Custom Orthotics can benefit the following individuals:

• People on their feet all day - Whether it is prolonged standing and/or walking, Custom Orthotics can help reduce fatigue, pain or swelling by keeping the feet and ankles in their most efficient alignment.


• Flat feet and arches that collapse/over-pronate - Custom Orthotics gently support the arch, causing pain to decrease or disappear, and ensure that the arch stays in better alignment to support the function of the foot.

• Athletes – Custom Orthotics can prevent injury and protect the heel, arch, and forefoot from the unnatural and increased stress that prolonged running and sports activity produce. They may also improve physical and athletic performance and reduce pain related to muscle soreness after physical activity.


• Individuals with new or old injuries and conditions - Custom Orthotics can alleviate symptoms related to conditions such as Achilles Tendonitis, Plantar Fasciitis, ankle pain and sprains, heel pain, metatarsalgia, and neuromas by supporting and protecting the affected regions.


• Pain related to Diabetes - Pressure sores, chronic painful areas, and ulcers are best treated with supportive Custom Orthotics featuring modern materials that can eliminate pain, shield and protect painful areas, and decrease the chance of ulcerations occurring.


• Those 65+ - Age and arthritic changes decrease joint and muscle function. Custom Orthotics can help reduce pain associated with arthritis by providing the necessary cushioning and support.

The most effective orthotics are custom-designed devices specifically crafted to meet the needs of the particular individual.

To help determine whether or not an individual is a suitable candidate for Custom Orthotics, the following steps are taken at our centre.

1. An Advanced Computer Gait and Orthotic Analysis is performed. During this process, a computer scan is done of your feet on our foot-plate. The foot-plate has over 4000 sensors that can accurately detect what your feet are doing when standing, and at every part of the gait (walking) cycle in terms of time spent in different parts of the cycle and pressure points.


2. A History and Physical Examination is performed. A history of occupational, recreational or sporting activity is recorded. In addition, any pain symptoms are noted and then investigated through a physical examination involving joint and muscular assessment, along with range of motion testing. A postural exam is also performed to assess your overall alignment.


3. Information gathered from the Computer Gait Analysis, history and physical examination, gives the doctor a good idea as to who would benefit from Custom Orthotics. Suitable candidates will then proceed to having a foam impression of their feet taken.


4. The foam impression is the final step involving the patient, and allows the orthotic lab to have additional information about an individual’s arch, heel and foot specifications. The practitioner will also provide the lab with specific modifications or additions to the final orthotic design that are customized for the needs of the patient. Shipping time is usually two to four weeks.

This specialized and comprehensive process allows for the construction of an orthotic that is unique to the individual. It has been our experience that this standardized and systematic approach to Custom Orthotics yields excellent results and high patient satisfaction.

An individual choosing Custom Orthotics has the choice of selecting from different types of inserts. It is strongly encouraged that the individual chooses a style of orthotic that will give them the most versatility and use in everyday activities.

Many Extended Health Care (EHC) insurance plans fully or partially cover individuals for Custom Orthotics. You do not need a referral to be tested and examined for orthotics. However, you may need a medical referral in order to receive re-imbursement for orthotics from your insurance company.

Our centre provides detailed insurance letters that provide the following information: diagnosis, description of examination and manufacturing process, including raw materials used, lab information and credentials. A lab invoice can also be provided.

Our Chiropractic doctors are trained to prescribe and dispense Custom Orthotics. It is strongly encouraged that individuals examine the details of their insurance coverage and be aware of any other criteria that must be fulfilled for reimbursement.

Many people have experienced the benefits of Orthotic Orthotics. Let us help you to stay active, mobile, and healthy.

Contact us today to schedule your professional Advanced Computer Gait and Orthotic Analysis with one of our Chiropractors. New patients are always welcome!

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