Hinchley Wood, Esher, KT10 0SR
Orthotics
Orthotics available in Esher, Kingston & the surrounding Surrey areas
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What are orthotics?
Orthotics or Orthoses are insoles or devices to put in your shoe, generally in place of the shoes existing innersole. They come in pairs are made of lightweight materials that range in complexity from professional modified off the shelf devices to custom-made bespoke devices.
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They are made of hard or soft materials or a combination of the two & come in a variety of length and widths depending on your specific foot and shoe needs.
Who could benefit from Orthotics?
Does one side of the sole or heel of your shoe wear out faster than the other? Do you frequently sprain your ankle or trip when walking?
Do you have chronic heel, knee or back pain?
If you answer yes to any of these questions, you may need an orthotic.
Almost 80% of the population are thought to have an issue or ailment that an orthotic would help to improve, or get rid of. Fallen arches and feet or knees that point inward or outward excessively are other signs that you could benefit from an orthotic.
Orthotic can also be an invaluable treatment path for patients with rheumatoid or osteo arthritis helping to prevent a certain amount of deformity by propping the foot up as degeneration occurs.
Diabetic patients can also see significant benefit by wearing orthotics as they help to prevent foot ulcers by avoiding overloading of the foot joints.
Children born with deformities of the feet or toe walkers may also benefit from orthotics.
What do orthotics do?
Orthotics act upon the foot to help improve foot function and movement, this in turn acts on the lower limb & body to make each segment more naturally aligned & fluid. By realigning the foot and lower limb, the joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments are also realigned, enabling better mechanical movement of the lower limbs.
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Orthotics vary depending on whom they are issued for as each orthotic is bespoke and custom made for an individual patient. They commonly alleviate foot, lower limb, knee, ankle and or back pain. They can be used to help correct and control abnormalities in walking patterns and are often used to help streamline a competitive athlete running patterns. For those who stand and walk all day, cushioning & shock absorbency may be critical components of the orthotic they wear, whilst an elderly person may need an orthotic to help them remain ambulant and improve balance and stride length.
Types of Orthotics
Custom Prescription Orthotic
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A custom prescription orthotic is the “gold standard” made from either a plaster cast or a digital scan of your feet. These devices mould completely to each foot. Additional postings and any extra adjustments are then added or incorporated into the devices according to the data gathered from you gait analysis and any measurements taken. These orthotics are expected to last in the region of 8-10 years.
Modified Preformed Orthotics
These are off the shelf orthotics, using an average data set & modified where possible using information from your gait analysis. They are not suitable for everyone and are not as accurate as the custom prescription orthotics, but off the shelf orthotics can perform a very competent job for some patients. These are expected to last approximately 2-3 years, after which time they need replacing.
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Sally Pembery Associates,
Hinchley Wood Practice, Woodside House, Station Approach, Hinchley Wood, Esher KT10 0SR
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