Here at the Foot, Ankle & Body Experts Health Clinic, we focus on finding the right orthotic solution for our patients. Orthotics are used to help with externally altering our neuromuscular and skeletal system.
Custom Orthotics
What kind of orthotics do we make and what are they good for?
3D custom rigid shell orthotics
This orthotic is prescribed to patients who require more substantial, structural foot support. It can be uncomfortable for people who have never worn orthotics before. In that case, we start with custom feet insole and advance to 3D custom rigid shell orthotics.
Best suited for:
- Patients with foot pathologies with high body mass index
- Moderate to severe Pes planus with accessory navicular
- Lateral/medial ankle instability
- Chronic Peroneal tendonitis/ Plantar fasciitis
- Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction
- Hypermobile joint syndrome
- Down syndrome (trisomy 21)
- Juvenile pes Planus
- Limb length discrepancy
- Achilles Tendinopathy
3D custom EVA orthotics
This orthotic is prescribed to patients who require cushioned orthotics with medium control. It can last for one to two years as the material wears out quick over multiple uses.
Best Suited for:
- Patients with foot arthritis
- Patients with ankle arthritis
- Patients with knee arthritis
- Diabetic foot
Practitioners who offer this service:
Dr YeJeong Kim
Lewis Tierney