What Custom Orthotics Can Do for You

Foot-related disorders are often caused by lack of support and alignment in patients who spend a lot of time standing, walking, running, and lifting. A podiatrist can create custom orthotics for you to wear all day while working or when you’re exercising to give you the support that you need. If you’re having a problem with your feet, customized orthotic devices are available at Colorado Foot and Ankle in Colorado Springs, CO 

How Are Orthotics Made?
Unlike the orthotics you can buy at a retail store, a custom orthotic is perfectly shaped to match the exact shape and size of your foot. Your doctor takes a plaster mold of your feet to use as a model for the orthotic devices. It will be custom-designed to add support and flexibility where needed. After a couple of weeks, you’ll return to the office to retrieve your new orthotics and immediately begin wearing them. Your doctor may also recommend that you wear orthopedic shoes during your healing process for extra comfort.

What They Can Do for You
Orthotics can make your life easier by relieving constant foot pain and helping you to walk properly. They can also reduce the appearance and effect of foot deformities. Here are some of the foot conditions that can be corrected with custom orthotics made by your Colorado Springs, CO, podiatrist:

- Bunion deformities.
- Flat-footedness (fallen arches).
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain.
- Corns, calluses, and hammertoes.
- Ankle instability.

An Effective Non-Invasive Foot Therapy
If it is possible to correct a foot ailment without using surgery, that is the ideal course of action. You don’t have to worry about sedation or long weeks of recovery. By wearing a custom orthotic device, you can continue to participate in your usual activities while your feet are healing. Best of all, you can expect to finally feel some relief from pain in the feet, ankles, and even your lower back that’s caused by poor foot alignment and balance.

Get Help for Your Feet
It’s not always necessary to default to a surgical procedure to fix foot problems. See a podiatrist at Colorado Foot and Ankle in Colorado Springs, CO, for an evaluation and consultation. Call (719) 475-8080 today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Eric Gessner, Dr. Bryan Groth, or Dr. Jacob Fassman.