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Footwear And Custom Orthotics Arcadia

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Orthotics: Designed for Your Comfort

Orthotics are tailored insoles crafted specifically to match the unique needs of an individual’s foot or feet. They are often prescribed to treat foot conditions and to ease musculoskeletal pain in the lower limbs. Designed for comfort, orthotics fit seamlessly into many types of footwear, making it easy to stay supported and comfortable no matter where you go. 

Orthotics: Explained

The early years, especially before age six, are vital for a child’s foot development, with some issues becoming permanent if untreated by age two. Orthotics offer effective relief for growing pains, and choosing the right shoes can greatly improve your child’s balance and endurance for walking and running. 

Custom functional orthotics are tailored to target specific joints, enhancing muscle activity and restoring optimal function. They help reduce stress on injured areas and can slow the progression of conditions like bunions and osteoarthritis. Additionally, orthotics are beneficial for managing osteoarthritis in the feet or knees, plantar fasciitis, heel spur syndrome, Morton’s Neuroma, and similar conditions. By supporting the feet and limiting abnormal movements, orthotics can prevent further injury and improve biomechanics.

Elevate your athletic performance and eliminate discomfort with Sports Orthotics. Designed for athletes of all ages, orthotics provide comfort and support for sports like football, ballet, skiing, and golf. Our customised orthotics fit sport-specific footwear, including football boots, ballet slippers, ice skates, ski boots, and golf shoes. 

Who says you have to choose between comfort and style? Orthotics for high heels and other fashion footwear provide enhanced comfort for your feet and legs, so you can strut with confidence and ease. 

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Why Choose Foot and Leg Pain Centre?

Qualified Certified Sports Podiatrist

Dr Angus Chard, PhD, is a highly qualified sports podiatrist with a deep understanding of how footwear impacts foot and leg function. With 30 years of experience crafting custom orthotics, he excels in creating world-class solutions tailored for comfort.

Chronic Condition-Friendly

We will strive to end your chronic foot and leg pain, rehabilitate your legs and feet, and then provide you with the knowledge to be independent of treatment to leave the pain behind.

Motivated Team

We understand foot and leg pain is a ball and chain affecting your every decision. We are driven to provide world-class cost-effective solutions to resolve your chronic foot and or leg symptoms so you can get back to doing what you love.

Guidelines for Referrals

Need a trusted partner for patient referrals? Our evidence-based foot orthotic treatments can address chronic foot and leg pain effectively. We welcome referrals and provide customised care backed by the latest research. We’re also open to working with patients through the Enhanced Primary Care Plan. Reach out today to learn more. 

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Your Orthotics Questions Answered

Orthotics are designed to enhance foot and overall posture by providing support through customised shoe inserts. They may reduce pain and discomfort in the feet and lower limbs by adjusting muscle activation and relieving excessive strain on various structures. 

While orthotics may be worn in many different styles of shoe, they’re not suitable for every type available. Your podiatrist will work with you to review your existing footwear and prescribe alternate footwear that will better complement your orthotic treatment and foot needs. As sports podiatrists, we recognise our role as helping you to be comfortable in the fashion shoe heel height of your choice while guiding you through the labyrinth of fashion footwear to the style most suitable for you. 

Orthotics are custom shoe inserts that provide support for weak or injured parts of your feet. It’s essential to reassess their fit every six to twelve months. Many patients appreciate their comfort, but our ultimate goal is to strengthen your feet, reducing reliance on them over time. 

Orthotics offer many benefits, including appropriate cushioning and support, the redistribution of pressure on your feet, and a reduction in pain caused by conditions such as arthritis, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, and bunions. 

Shoes play a critical role in postural alignment. Our skilled podiatrists conduct a thorough gait analysis and assessment to provide tailored footwear recommendations. The right shoes can support your condition and treatment, while the wrong ones may hinder your progress and performance. 

Choosing the correct shoes goes beyond protection; it helps improve balance and posture. Shoes that fit well make your feet work efficiently, while poor choices can lead to strain. If you use orthotics for foot or leg pain, proper footwear is vital. At the Foot and Leg Pain Centre, we’re here to help you find shoes that meet your needs. Supportive footwear can also ward off problems like calluses and plantar fasciitis, ensuring your feet stay healthy. 

You don’t need a referral to get orthotics, so go ahead and schedule your visit now! 

All of our treatments are rooted in evidence-based care. For further insights on footwear and orthotics, explore the references provided. 

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  • Chard, B. A. (2017). The effect of unsupportive and supportive footwear on children’s multi-segment foot dynamics during gait. USYD: Thesis
  • Gordillo-Fernández, L. M., et al. (2015). “Effect by custom-made foot orthoses with added support under the first metatarso-phalangeal joint in hallux limitus patients: Improving on first metatarso-phalangeal joint extension.” Prosthetics and Orthotics International.
  • Kothari, A., et al. (2016). “Are flexible flat feet associated with proximal joint problems in children?” Gait and Posture 45: 204-210.
  • Mundermann, A., et al., Foot orthoses affect frequency components of muscle activity in the lower extremity. Gait & Posture, 2006. 23(3): p. 295-302.
  • Nawoczenski, D.A., C.L. Saltzman, and T.M. Cook, The effect of foot structure on the three-dimensional kinematic coupling behavior of the leg and rear foot. Physical therapy, 1998. 78(4): p. 404-416.
  • Tomaro, J. and R.G. Burdett, The effects of foot orthotics on the EMG activity of selected leg muscles during gait. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 1993. 18(4): p. 532-536.
  • Murley, G.S., K.B. Landorf, and H.B. Menz, Do foot orthoses change lower limb muscle activity in flat-arched feet towards a pattern observed in normal-arched feet? Clinical Biomechanics, 2010. 25(7): p. 728-736.
  • Murley, G. S. and A. R. Bird (2006). “The effect of three levels of foot orthotic wedging on the surface electromyographic activity of selected lower limb muscles during gait.” Clinical Biomechanics 21(10): 1074-1080.
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Get Ready To Run With Foot And Leg Pain Centre

Whether you’re a beginner walker, an aspiring athlete, a busy student, or enjoying retirement, foot pain and discomfort can often be resolved with proper footwear advice or orthotics. At Foot and Leg Pain Centre, our state-of-the-art 3D orthotics technology ensures tailored solutions to help you regain function and comfort. Book your appointment today and take the first step towards relief.