Footwear And Custom Orthotics Parramatta

Orthotics work to improve foot and overall posture using specially designed shoe inserts. They may assist in easing foot and lower limb pain by modifying muscle activation and minimising excessive pressure on different structures. 

Orthotics are compatible with a wide range of shoe styles, but not every type of footwear accommodates them. Your podiatrist will review your shoes and provide recommendations for alternatives that suit your treatment and foot needs. As sports podiatrists, we help you find the right balance between comfort and fashion, ensuring you can wear the heel height of your choice comfortably. 

ParramattaParramattaParramattaParramattaOrthotics 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. 

ParramattaParramattaParramattaParramattaOrthotics 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. 

ParramattaParramattaParramattaParramattaThe type of shoe you wear plays into your postural alignment. Our experienced podiatrists will guide your footwear choice following an extensive gait analysis and assessment. Footwear will enhance or detract from your condition, your treatment, foot function and performance. These functional considerations will be considered with any footwear prescription. 

ParramattaParramattaParramattaParramattaGood shoes don’t just protect against rough surfaces—they also support balance and posture. Properly designed footwear makes foot function easier and more effective, especially for those using orthotics. At the Foot and Leg Pain Centre, we’re happy to review your footwear choices to ensure they meet your treatment needs. Wearing supportive shoes can also help prevent common issues like plantar fasciitis and calluses, giving your feet the care they deserve. 

ParramattaParramattaParramattaParramattaNo referral is necessary for orthotics; contact us today to book your appointment! 

ParramattaParramattaParramattaParramattaWe take pride in offering evidence-based treatments. Refer to the resources below for additional information on orthotics and footwear. 

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• 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.