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Footwear And Custom Orthotics Kellyville

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Orthotics: A Step Towards Comfort

Foot orthotics are custom-made insoles designed to suit the unique shape and needs of an individual’s foot or feet. They are frequently prescribed to address foot-related conditions and help alleviate musculoskeletal discomfort in the feet and legs. Orthotics should always provide comfort, and they can be easily placed in various types of footwear, ensuring you remain supported wherever life takes you. 

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. 

Functional orthotics are customised to focus on particular joints, promoting better muscle function and restoring proper movement. They reduce the strain on injured areas and can slow the development of conditions such as bunions and osteoarthritis. Orthotics are also effective for managing conditions like plantar fasciitis, heel spur syndrome, Morton’s Neuroma, and foot or knee osteoarthritis. By minimising abnormal movement and providing support, they improve overall biomechanics and prevent future injuries.

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. 

Whoever said we need to suffer for fashion was straight-up wrong! Orthotics for high heels and other forms of fashion footwear may help to improve foot and leg comfort while strutting and showing off your style. 

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What Makes Foot and Leg Pain Centre the Right Choice?

Qualified Certified Sports Podiatrist

Dr Angus Chard, PhD, brings 30 years of expertise as a sports podiatrist, specialising in the impact of footwear on foot and leg mechanics. Known for his precision, he creates top-quality custom orthotics designed for unparalleled comfort and effectiveness.

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 know how foot and leg pain can hold you back, impacting every part of your life. Our focus is on delivering affordable, top-tier solutions to address your chronic symptoms, helping you return to what you enjoy most.

A Note For Referrals

Looking for a podiatrist to help your patients manage chronic foot and leg pain? Our evidence-backed orthotic treatments are designed to provide lasting relief. We gladly accept referrals and collaborate under the Enhanced Primary Care Plan arrangement. Contact us to explore how we can support your patients together. 

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Your Orthotics Questions Answered

Orthotics aim to improve foot posture (and, by extension, overall posture) by supporting the feet with specially designed shoe inserts. Orthotics may help reduce pain and discomfort in the feet and lower limbs by altering muscle activation and excessive loading of various structures. 

Although orthotics fit many shoe styles, they aren’t suitable for all footwear options. Your podiatrist will evaluate your current footwear and suggest alternatives that align with your orthotic treatment and foot health. As specialists in sports podiatry, we guide you in choosing fashion footwear that balances comfort, style, and support, including your preferred heel height. 

Specially crafted shoe inserts, foot orthotics are used to support weak or injured areas of your feet. Routine evaluations every six, nine, or twelve months ensure their continued fit. While patients often wear them for comfort, our aim is to empower you to use them only when necessary. 

Orthotics provide a range of advantages, such as improved cushioning, enhanced support, pressure redistribution on your feet, and relief from pain associated with conditions like arthritis, flat feet, plantar fasciitis, and bunions. 

Footwear influences your posture and overall alignment. Following an in-depth gait analysis, our podiatrists will help you choose the best shoes for your needs. Foot function, treatment, and performance are all key factors we consider when prescribing footwear. 

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! 

We proudly use evidence-based approaches for all of our treatment options. Explore the following references for more information on footwear and orthotics. 

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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.
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  • Mundermann, A., et al., Foot orthoses affect frequency components of muscle activity in the lower extremity. Gait & Posture, 2006. 23(3): p. 295-302.
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  • 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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Step Into Comfort At Foot And Leg Pain Centre

From first steps to retirement, whether you’re a budding athlete, student, or retiree, foot pain or discomfort may be relieved with proper footwear guidance or orthotics. At Foot and Leg Pain Centre, we utilise advanced 3D orthotics technology, offering personalised treatments designed to restore function swiftly and effectively. Book your appointment today to take the first step towards comfort.