Custom made foot supports that are worn under your heel and arch of your foot are referred to as orthotics. These devices are molded to be anatomically matched to your foot and they do more than just provide support. Orthotics are designed to realign your foot to a neutral or natural position to alleviate pain in your feet, legs and back, as well as to restore balance, improve sports performance, and relieve foot fatigue.
Research shows that the majority of foot problems can be directly connected to skeletal imbalance.Many people tend to have some amount of either hyperpronation (flat feet) or hypersupination (high arches). The presence of these conditions can cause the foot to be unstable during normal everyday activities. This constant stress on the feet can lead to pain in the feet, ankles, legs, knees, hips and back.
How do you know if the use of orthotics is right for you? If you have an obvious imbalance that causes such symptoms as flat feet or high arches, or if you have misalignments such as "knock knees", "bow knees", in-toeing or out-toeing you are probably a good candidate for orthotics. If you participate in an activity that places stress on your feet or if your work requires you to be on your feet for extended periods orthotics could be beneficial.
When custom orthotics are needed, we utilize the XtremityscanTM Digital Acquisition System for accurate capture of your foot shape. The scan transfers information about your feet and how they function into digital form. With this system, we can see biomechanical weaknesses that are causing your symptoms. Your digital analysis and a prescription, completed by Dr. Feeny, are then sent electronically to a lab for fabrication of the orthotics. We are so confident in this system that it comes with Dr. Feeny's Personal 100% Money Back Guarantee if you are not completely happy with your new orthotics. Dr. Feeny only wants you to keep the orthotics if you are completely comfortable with them. And she is so sure that you will be, she is willing to guarantee it!
