Oak Park Family Chiropractic offers a wide range of orthotics to residents in Glenroy & surrounding areas.
Our Chiropractors utilise Foot Levelers, a high tech computerised foot analysis system which can diagnose problems with your feet and if necessary, prescribe custom-made orthotics.
Sometimes, if not most of the time, we take our feet for granted until problems arise. Lower limb and foot problems can harm your spinal health, which can in turn affect the rest of your body. For residents in Glenroy, orthotics services are readily available to address these issues. We recommend that you ask yourself the following questions:
If your answer to any of these questions is a “Yes,” then take advantage of our FREE foot assessment and Scan on the Foot Levelers 3D digital foot scanner to see if you would benefit from orthotic therapy. Insoles that you buy off the shelf are not custom made. It would be unwise to use glasses not your own, so why should you utilise something not designed for you?
Like our eyewear, insoles must be customised. Therefore offering the best possible support and relief from the symptoms and conditions mentioned above is something you will benefit from.Orthotics can assist to relieve pain in the feet legs, hips, knees, hips and back. They aid in maintaining and improving your spine’s health and other parts of your body.
Your healthcare provider may recommend orthotics if you have Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, or runners knee. If you have pain in your feet, ankles or legs, you should talk to a professional.
Although orthotics can technically be put in any shoe, it all depends on how fit and comfortable they are. Shoes with a higher heel count (the part that goes up around your ankle) fit well with orthotics. It is important to ensure that your orthotics do not make the shoe tighter than necessary.
Custom orthotics are designed to ensure it fits your feet. They are made based on your foot structure, gait, and measurements. They can provide the best support possible for you. Over-the-counter orthotics, on the other hand, are mass-produced and may not be a good fit. Although they can still provide some benefits, they are unlikely to be as helpful as custom orthotics.
The length of time your orthotics will last varies from person to person and depends on how often you wear them and the type of activity you do. Orthotics can last as long as 10 years if properly maintained. Over time, the top cover can begin to wear down and will need replacing before the orthotics.
There are many options for orthotics depending on your personal needs.You can choose from full and half-length orthotics or slim orthotics to fit your narrower, lower, or more open shoes. Sports orthotics are also available for you to use while exercising or doing physical activity.
In some cases, orthotics provide relief for back pain. Orthotics can correct bad posture or alignment to relieve pain and provide support.
Each individual’s situation will determine how long you need to wear your orthotics. If you have been prescribed orthotics, you should wear them for as long and as necessary to achieve the desired effect. It may take forever, but it might be shorter depending on your specific needs.
Looking for orthotics in Glenroy, or near the surrounding suburbs? Our clinic is conveniently located 90 Winifred Street Oak Park, Vic 3046.
We assist patients in Glenroy, Oak Park and its surrounding suburbs.
To book an appointment at Oak Park Family Chiropractic, please call (03) 9300 4035 or book online.
