Because perfect feet are very rare, almost anyone can benefit from orthotics.
Orthotics are used to prevent and alleviate many of the common foot complications that cause discomfort in otherwise healthy people.
An analogy can be made between orthotics and eyeglasses. Both adjust bodily imperfections that inhibit people from functioning at their maximum physical potential. In both cases, after a complete examination is done, the proper amount of correction can be prescribed.
There are several common symptoms that may indicate misalignment of the feet. You may be a candidate for orthotics if:
- one side of the sole of your shoe wears out faster than the other;
- you frequently sprain your ankle(s);
- you have chronic and/or arthritic heel, knee or lower back pain;
- you have shin pain (pain on the front of your lower legs);
- your toes are not straight;
- your feet point inward or excessively outward when you walk; or
- your feet hurt in general.
Your feet should not hurt regularly. Pain is the body’s way of warning you something is wrong! If you ignore your pain, the condition causing it could become worse.
Relief is closer than you think!
