Orthotics is similar to the insoles of your shoes. They give addition support to your body when using the shoe. Orthotics may be the full length of your shoe or be the length up to the ball of your foot, mainly supporting the arch and heel. As you walk, your support will be redistributed with additional support.
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See All 2 AnswersIf orthotics is a necessity to for you to be able to walk pain-free and as long as the drugstore has the appropriate style and fitting for your feet then yes, you should be able to purchase these. However, be sure orthotics is required prior to purchasing. If you have pain of any sort from walking, do not assume assistance is needed. Get advice from a professional and then decide what is needed following.
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See All 2 AnswersThe need for orthotics for walking or in general will be decided on a case by case basis. Some things you need to ask yourself are: do you experience any pain when walking? Do you have any hip, back or knee pain? If you answer yes to either of these, then orthotics may be necessary.
Prior to prescribing anything, seeing a specialist to analyze your feet would be ideal. Seeing a doctor such an orthopedic would be a great place to start. -
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The most common orthotics are prescribed for people with flat feet, says Holman Chan, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Sunrise Hospital. In this video, he discusses prescribing other orthotics, including those for diabetics.
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Orthotics are created from top-notch materials that will be effective, long-lasting, and require little maintenance for its users. For the orthotics to have optimal effects, they need to be properly used. At first, they should be worn only in one pair of shoes. Additionally, on day one, they should be worn only for two hours. Each day, an hour should be added. The orthotics may not be comfortable at first as they take about two weeks to adequately mold to your foot. (This answer provided for NATA by the Saint Louis University Athletic Training Education Program.) -
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Dr. James P. Ioli, DPM , Podiatric Medicine, answeredSoft foot orthoses (shoe inserts) are made from pliable materials, such as foam rubber, that compress when weight is placed on them. They cushion the feet against impact, improve balance, and protect the feet from pressure on sore spots. Soft orthoses are often used to help ease the pain of arthritis and provide a synthetic cushion for feet that have lost their natural padding. People with diabetes may also find soft orthoses helpful because they cushion and protect the foot from injuries that could lead to infection. If your doctor suggests soft orthoses, you may have to buy larger shoes to accommodate them. The orthoses will either be custom-molded to fit your foot or made from a plaster impression of your foot. -
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD , Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease), answeredSince your foot has over 26 bones, along with multiple ligaments and tendons, one misstep can cause instant problems. Orthotic foot inserts are inexpensive solutions that can fix foot mechanics involving the heels, toes or arch and provide needed support to the troubled area. Keep in mind that it might involve some trial and error to figure out which orthotic works best for you. -
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Riverside Health System answeredOrthotic devices such as braces and splints use external force to correct muscle abnormality. The technology of orthotics has advanced over the past 30 years from metal rods that hooked up to bulky orthopedic shoes to appliances that are individually molded from high-temperature plastics for a precise fit. Ankle-foot orthoses are frequently prescribed for children with spastic diplegia to prevent muscle contracture and to improve gait. Splints are also used to correct spasticity in the hand muscles.
This answer is based on source information from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
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See All 4 AnswersFoot orthotics are used to help support the feet and provide equal distribution of weight across the foot. Watch Conan Parke, DPM, from MountainView Hospital, explain the importance of foot orthotics.
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Dr. Christopher Chiodo, MD , Orthopedic Surgery, answeredSee All 2 AnswersRigid foot orthoses (shoe inserts) are meant to correct a structural abnormality that causes such conditions as flat feet or pronation (ankles and feet that sag inward toward each other). Rather than cushion the foot, they realign it into a more desirable position. This, in turn, can improve function and relieve pain.